Mapping the Interactions of Language and Early motor Skills (MILES) in Down Syndrome Study
This study is focused on evaluating the longitudinal associations between language, communication, motor skills, and physical activity in infants with and without Down Syndrome. This study is a multi-method study where we use 1) parent report, 2) direct assessment, and 3) observational measures (i.e., wearables) to evaluate the language and motor domains. Infants between 6 and 18 months enroll in the study along with their caregivers and are followed up every 6 months for 1 year. Study participation takes place in the IDEA Research Lab at the JJ Pickle Research Campus or in the family's home.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency (understand, speak, read, and write) is required
- Prior experience working with infants and toddlers
- Familiar with child and human development
- Prior experience with administering standardized developmental assessments or conducting interviews
- Prior experience with research
Data collection is ongoing. Project will conclude on May 31, 2026.
- Recruit families in Texas
- Administer developmental assessments to infants and toddlers
- Interview caregivers on child development
- Code language and motor development from play observations
- Data entry, data analysis
- Research activities are conducted in person at the JJ Pickle Research Campus or in the family's homes
