What is the purpose of this study?
We want to understand what supports successful communication for adolescents with Down syndrome in their everyday activities. We will use this information to improve interventions for adolescents with Down syndrome.
Who is eligible?
You may be eligible to join if:
- You have Down syndrome.
- You are 10-17 years old.
- Your caregiver can come with you to study visits.
What does participation involve?
- You may participate in some or all of the following activities:
- Completing speech, language, cognitive, and hearing assessments (adolescents)
- Participating in speech and breathing tasks (adolescents), and/or
- Completing rating scales and interviews about communication experiences in everyday activities (adolescents and their caregivers).
- You may participate in up to 10 visits, if needed.
- Each visit will last no more than two hours, including breaks.
When and where do visits take place?
- Scheduling is flexible to fit your needs! Weekend and after-school visit times are available.
- You may complete activities at your home, at the University of Arizona, and/or virtually depending on the study activities.
- If you are coming to the University of Arizona, mileage reimbursement (outside of a 50-mile radius) and free parking are available.
Is there compensation?
- Participation in the study is free and voluntary.
- You will receive $20 after each completed session to thank you for your participation.
- We will share results of the speech, language, and hearing assessments with you.
Interested in learning more?
Please scan the QR code or follow this link to complete an interest form. A member of our research team will then contact you to provide more information.
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An Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at The University of Arizona reviewed this research project and found it to be acceptable, according to applicable state and federal regulations and University policies designed to protect the rights and welfare of participants in research.