Preventing Early language delay in Primary care setting:cluster randomised trial [ 2007 - 2009 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Melissa Wake (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Lisa Gold ,  A/Pr Luigi Girolametto ,  A/Pr Obioha Ukoumunne ,  Prof Sharon Goldfeld
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Brief description The trial aims to lower the numbers of children with poor expressive language skills at ages 2 and 3 years, through a sustainable early language promotion program linked to the universal Victorian Maternal and Child Health (M and CH) service, attended by more than 75% of Victorian children at 12 months of age. The trial targets the 20% of toddlers most at risk of expressive language delay, by virtue of having limited or no spoken vocabulary at 18 months of age. It also aims to lower the numbers of children with behaviour problems (strongly linked to language delay), to determine the acceptability and cost-effectiveness of the approach, and to determine whether it differentially benefits disadvantaged children.

Funding Amount $AUD 415,133.69

Funding Scheme NHMRC Strategic Awards

Notes Preventive Health & Strengthen Aust. Social & Econ