Information and Practice Needs Relevant to Late Talking Children (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) offers a grant through its Tackling Acquisition of Language in Kids (TALK) initiative, under the title "Information and Practice Needs Relevant to Late Talking Children". Notably, no clinical trials are allowed under this funding.

The motive of this grant is to cultivate extensive understanding of early language acquisition and potential delays. Specifically, the research projects supported under this grant aim to profoundly comprehend the needs and practices of various stakeholders, including caregivers and professionals involved in assisting children who demonstrate late language development. An important aspect of this grant is to evaluate whether current efforts adequately address these needs.

The TALK initiative encourages research methodologies that blend community engagement with thorough qualitative research. It also promotes the inclusion of a wide range of perspectives. The ultimate goal is to channel advanced knowledge and best practices about late talking children to those who need it most, effectively influencing decision-making processes.