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.