Description

This intensive language intervention study is looking for children with Down syndrome between 18 and 42 months old. Study participation should last approximately 18-24 months, with the first 6 months being the most intensive, and the last 12 months consisting of periodic follow-ups.

We will ask you to:

• Complete child assessment information before intervention begins.
• Participate in observations at Vanderbilt Kennedy Center and at home before intervention begins.
• Participate in parent training for 48-60 sessions at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center and at your home.
• Come for periodic follow-ups for up to 12 months after the intervention ends.

Participant Criteria

18 to 42 month old children with Down syndrome who:

• have the ability to imitate actions using their body
• have between 1 and 5 productive words or signs
• use English as the home language
• live within 30 miles of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center
• do not have significant hearing/vision impairments

Compensation

We offer at no cost to the family:

• Language assessments as part of the eligibility process.
• 48 to 60 language intervention sessions

Visit Requirements

Multiple visits in home and at VKC over 18-24 months

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Contact Information

Courtney Wright
(615) 322-8160
courtney.a.wright@Vanderbilt.Edu