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

Description

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.

Conditions

Speech Sound Disorder
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Study overview

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.

Genesis: Clinical Trial of Better Speech's Artificial Intelligence Helper for Speech Therapy

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

Condition
Speech Sound Disorder
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Syracuse

Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, United States, 13244

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * 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
  • * Does the child have a diagnosis of ADD/ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, or OCD? NO
  • * Does the child currently have orthodontic appliances that block the roof of the mouth (e.g., palate expanders)? NO
  • * Does the child currently have a cleft palate, fluency disorder (e.g., stuttering), or voice disorder? NO
  • * Is one of your goals for your child to work on saying the "r" or "s" sounds? YES
  • * 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
  • * 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: YES
  • * Does the child have a diagnosis of ADD/ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, or OCD? YES
  • * Does the child currently have orthodontic appliances that block the roof of the mouth (e.g., palate expanders)? YES
  • * Does the child currently have a cleft palate, fluency disorder (e.g., stuttering), or voice disorder? YES
  • * Is one of your goals for your child to work on saying the "r" or "s" sounds? NO

Ages Eligible for Study

5 Years to 17 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

Syracuse University,

James Nehlig, STUDY_DIRECTOR, Better Speech

Ranan Lachman, STUDY_DIRECTOR, Better Speech

Study Record Dates

2026-02