Published: January 22, 2024 Publication: The Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry CLI Authors: Yoonkyung Oh, PhD, Tricia A Zucker, PhD, and Susan H. Landry, PhD Abstract: Background Both transactional and common etiological models have been proposed as explanations of why externalizing behavior problems (EBP) and internalizing behavior problems (IBP) co-occur in children. Yet little… Read more »
Category: Publications
Autologous bone marrow mononuclear cells to treat severe traumatic brain injury in children
Published: January 5, 2024 Publication: Brain CLI Author: Linda Ewing-Cobbs, PhD Abstract: Autologous bone marrow mononuclear cells (BMMNCs) infused after severe traumatic brain injury have shown promise for treating the injury. We evaluated their impact in children, particularly their hypothesized ability to preserve the blood-brain barrier and diminish neuroinflammation, leading to structural central nervous system… Read more »
Exploring Small-Group Reading Instruction for Students at Risk for Reading Difficulties in Kindergarten Classrooms
Published: January 2, 2024 Publication: Reading & Writing Quarterly CLI Authors: Michael P. Mesa, PhD, and Tricia A. Zucker, PhD Abstract: The purpose of this systematic observation study was to improve our understanding of small-group reading instruction for kindergarten students at risk for reading difficulties (RDs). We aimed to observe and document activity types addressed… Read more »
Supportive language strategies for preschool dual language learners: Associations with early language outcomes
Published: December 23, 2023 Publication: Early Childhood Research Quarterly CLI Author: Keisey Fumero, PhD Abstract: To better understand the language environments of early childhood education (ECE) classrooms with dual language learners (DLLs), we examined the frequency with which adults use various language facilitation strategies, potential classroom characteristics that may predict teacher strategy use and the… Read more »
Genetic Factors in Second Language Neurocognition
Published: December 22, 2023 Publication: The Routledge Handbook of Second Language Acquisition and Neurolinguistics, Chapter 17 CLI Author: Kelly A. Vaughn, PhD Book Abstract: The Routledge Handbook of Second Language Acquisition and Neurolinguistics provides a comprehensive discussion of a wide range of neurocognitive and neurobiological scientific research about learning second or additional languages. Eminent global… Read more »
Using Strive-for-Five Conversations to Strengthen Language Comprehension in Preschool through Grade One
Published: December 13, 2023 Publication: The Reading Teacher CLI Author: Tricia A. Zucker, PhD Abstract: Engaging in frequent, meaningful conversation during the early years of schooling is foundational for children’s literacy development. Specifically, developing oral language through daily conversations is essential for language comprehension, and eventually, reading comprehension. In this article, we discuss how teachers… Read more »
The role of the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex in bilingual language switching and non-linguistic task-switching
Evidence from multi-voxel pattern analysis Published: December 6, 2023 Publication: Bilingualism: Language and Cognition CLI Author: Kelly A. Vaughn, PhD Abstract: Previous research suggests that bilingual language control requires domain-general cognitive control. Recent research suggests that exploration of individual differences is key for understanding the relationship between bilingual language control and cognitive control. The current… Read more »
Reducing Stress after Trauma (ReSeT)
Study protocol for a randomized, controlled trial of an online psychoeducational program and video therapy sessions for children hospitalized after trauma Published: November 28, 2023 Publication: Trials CLI Author: Linda Ewing-Cobbs, PhD Abstract: Background: Post-traumatic stress symptoms develop in a quarter to half of injured children affecting their longer-term psychologic and physical health. Evidence-based care… Read more »
Long-term Participation and Functional Status in Children Who Experience Traumatic Brain Injury
Published: November 6, 2023 Publication: Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation CLI Author: Linda Ewing-Cobbs, PhD Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the effect of child and family factors on children’s participation outcomes 2 to 3 years following traumatic brain injury (TBI). Setting: Two level 1 pediatric trauma centers. Participants: Children aged 0 to 15 years with TBI at all severity… Read more »
Parental Beliefs and Knowledge About Dual Language Learning and Education (KnDLLE) Predict Children’s Spanish and English Experiences at Home
Published: October 30, 2023 Publication: Early Childhood Education Journal CLI Author: Sarah Surrain, PhD Abstract: Despite a rapid growth in the number of dual language learning children (DLLs) in the United States, there is a limited understanding of what parents of DLLs believe and know about dual language learning and education, and how parental beliefs… Read more »
