Cognitive stimulation in socioeconomically disadvantaged children with neurodevelopmental disorders: a case series.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Research shows how conditions in socio-economically disadvantaged environments can be a risk factor for children's cognitive development. Consequently, children with neurodevelopmental disorders growing up in such environments face a double challenge. This study analyzed the effect of a comprehensive cognitive stimulation program on 4 single case studies comprising children with neurodevelopmental disorders from Guatemala.

Methodology

A descriptive study was conducted, using a case series approach, consisting of four participants with neurodevelopmental disorders, and a neurotypical group of 126 children. Participants in the neurotypical group were randomly assigned to either a control or experimental reference group. Cognitive assessments were performed pre- an

SUBMITTER: Rodriguez-Prieto P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11263084 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature