Evaluating the Effectiveness of Hybrid and Traditional Speech Therapy for /ɹ/ and /s/ Sound Production

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age5-17
SponsorSyracuse University

About this trial

The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a hybrid Artificial Intelligence-assisted speech therapy model, which combines the use of an AI speech therapist (Jessica) with traditional speech therapy sessions led by a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). This study aims to determine whether the hybrid model improves articulation in children more effectively than traditional SLP-only therapy. Over the course of 8 weeks, participants will receive weekly therapy sessions, and those in the hybrid therapy group will also practice with Jessica between sessions. The study will also gather feedback from parents and speech therapists to assess their experiences and satisfaction with treatment.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Does the child speak American English as one of their primary languages: Yes

At what age did the child first begin to learn English? Age 4 or younger

Child's current age: > 5 years or < 17 years 8 months

Does the child have any known history of any of the following: autism spectrum disorder, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, permanent hearing loss, epilepsy/antiepileptic medication, or brain injury/neurosurgery/stroke: NO

Disqualifiers

EXCLUSIONARY Response to be filled out by the Parent after sign up.

Does the child speak American English as one of their primary languages: No

At what age did the child first begin to learn English? Age 4 or older

Child's current age: <5 years or > 17 years 8 months

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Traditional Therapy
  • Hybrid therapy

Treatment groups

120 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Syracuse University

Lead sponsor

Better Speech

Collaborator