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Japi: Cognitive, Emotional and Social Stimulation for Preschool Children

Launched by UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES, CHILE · May 14, 2024

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Trial Information

Current as of March 12, 2025

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Keywords

Executive Functions Behavioral Problem Children Videogame Non Cognitive Skills Cognitive Skills

ClinConnect Summary

The Japi trial is a research study aimed at improving the cognitive and social skills of preschool children, particularly those in schools facing economic challenges in Santiago, Chile. The study recognizes that mental health issues among children have increased, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and aims to address this by developing a gaming platform that can help young children learn important skills like emotional regulation and problem-solving. By using this platform, supported by teachers and parents, the researchers hope to reduce behavioral problems and promote better outcomes for children as they grow.

To participate in the trial, schools must be mixed-gender preschool institutions in areas with high vulnerability, meaning many of their students come from low-income families. Children who are eligible to join the study are those in pre-kindergarten who can understand and speak Spanish but do not have any intellectual disabilities. Participants can expect to engage with the gaming platform in a fun and supportive environment while contributing to important research that could help improve mental health support for children in the future.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • For schools:
  • Inclusion criteria:
  • • 1. Schools located in Santiago (Chile).
  • • 2. Schools with Preschool Education.
  • • 3. Mixed-sex schools.
  • • 4. Schools with vulnerability (≥75%), measured with the School Vulnerability Index - National System of Equality Allocation (IVE-SINAE). This index is the proportion of students in a given school with high vulnerability. This index considers the following socioeconomic variables to group the schools: mother's educational level, father's educational level, and total monthly household income, among others.
  • Exclusion criteria:
  • • 1. Three or more classes in Preschool. This criterion was considered for economic and practical reasons.
  • • 2. Implementing a manualized program to promote cognitive or social-emotional skills.
  • • 3. Participating in a similar study.
  • For students:
  • Inclusion criteria:
  • • 1) Children attending pre-kindergarten
  • Exclusion criteria:
  • • 1. Children with intellectual disability
  • • 2. Children unable to understand and speak Spanish

Trial Officials

Jorge Gaete, MD, PhD

Principal Investigator

Universidad de Los Andes

About Universidad De Los Andes, Chile

Universidad de los Andes in Chile is a prestigious academic institution renowned for its commitment to advancing research and innovation in the healthcare sector. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its robust multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to facilitate cutting-edge medical research. The institution focuses on enhancing patient care and outcomes through rigorous clinical studies, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry partners. With a strong emphasis on ethical standards and regulatory compliance, Universidad de los Andes strives to contribute significantly to the global medical community and improve health solutions in Chile and beyond.

Locations

Santiago, Metropolitana, Chile

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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