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Study Protocol: Cognitive, Emotional and Social Stimulation Programme for Low-SES Children.
Sponsor: Joan Deus Yela
Summary
Latin America and the Caribbean exhibit high rates of poverty and social exclusion, where a significant portion of the population faces challenges in meeting basic needs. This socioeconomic vulnerability exacerbates environmental violence and its associated consequences. Recognizing that contexts of poverty and social exclusion can adversely impact children's cognitive and emotional development, this research protocol aims to address these challenges. It proposes a cognitive and emotional stimulation program, complemented by an intervention targeting teachers and caregivers, grounded in neuroeducational principles. The overarching goal is to enhance children's cognitive and academic performance, thereby improving their long-term quality of life. Methods: A randomised controlled trial will be conducted to evaluate the efficacy of the intervention in an experimental group compared to a control group. A sample of more than 500 children from primary schools in disadvantaged contexts in Colombia A digital stimulation programme, designed and supervised by neuropsychologists, will be implemented within the classrooms and will be complemented with educational sessions in neuroeducation for teachers and caregivers, with weekly activities for 3 months. Three evaluations will be carried out: 1) pre-intervention, 2) post-intervention and 3) follow-up. During follow-up, the control group will receive the stimulation programme. Conclusions: The researchers anticipate a positive impact on the cognitive, emotional and academic performance of these children, providing evidence and support for the long-term creation of a tested and validated cognitive and emotional stimulation programme that could be integrated into the academic curriculum of educational centres in disadvantaged contexts.
Official title: Randomised Controlled Trial of a Cognitive, Emotional and Social Stimulation Programme for Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Children.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
9 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
500
Start Date
2026-01-26
Completion Date
2028-01-30
Last Updated
2025-12-17
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Cognitive and emotional stimulation
Continuous cognitive and emotional stimulation is provided in the school setting.
Random activities
Random activities will be carried out for the control group that will not include the improvement of cognitive functions.
Training for parents and teachers
Training in neuroeducation and learning strategies focused on brain function will be provided for teachers and parents, with the level of depth appropriate for each group.
Locations (2)
Institución Educativa la Buitrera
Cali, Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia
Colegio Fray Luis Amigo
Cali, Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia