Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi Terapan
Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026): August

Neurolinguistic stimulation, emotion regulation, and neurofeedback for childhood speech delay: A longitudinal case-based study

Firmawati (Universitas Muhammadiyah Mahakarya Aceh, Indonesia)
Desi Purnama Sari (Universitas Muhammadiyah Mahakarya Aceh, Indonesia)
Istiarsyah Istiarsyah (Universitas Muhammadiyah Mahakarya Aceh, Indonesia)
Shin Yeen Shiw (Brain Science Academy, Malaysia)
Attahirah (Universitas Muhammadiyah Mahakarya Aceh, Indonesia)
Sauva Yarda (Universitas Muhammadiyah Mahakarya Aceh, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Aug 2026

Abstract

Children with speech delay often face co-occurring challenges in language, emotional regulation, and attention. This exploratory single-subject longitudinal study examined preliminary neurophysiological and behavioral correlates of a multicomponent intervention integrating neurolinguistic stimulation, emotion-regulation training, neurofeedback, and caregiver-mediated strategies in a five-year-old boy with significant speech delay. Data were collected at three time points using Mental Load (ML) indices, Brain Function Analysis (BFA) alpha-wave parameters, and structured behavioral observations, without direct standardized language measurement. Across the assessment period, ML indices and alpha-wave stability improved, while behavioral records documented fewer tantrums, smoother transitions between activities, greater engagement, and more frequent self-initiated verbal attempts. Given the single-subject design and absence of a control condition, these findings are descriptive and do not support causal or generalizable conclusions. They nonetheless suggest that integrated, neuroscience-informed approaches merit further investigation in controlled research examining behavioral and neurophysiological indicators in early intervention for speech delay.

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jipt

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Social Sciences

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JIPT (Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi Terapan) publishes a scientific papers on the results of the study/research and review of the literature in the sphere of psychology. ...