Future Directions
The findings of this study suggest several important areas of future research. Most importantly, it will be essential to better understand the trajectory of neurocognitive and academic functioning over time in children with SCD and to assess for treatment and social variables that may impact this pathway. Further, it will be helpful to better understand how treatment type, adherence, and interventions might be helpful in addressing the physical and psychosocial factors affecting cognitive and academic functioning in children with SCD.