Reliability of spoken discourse in speakers with aphasia
Brielle Stark
Primary Investigator
Brief description of study
This study is recruiting participants to take part in a new study examining speech and attention abilities in older adult speakers and speakers with brain injury (e.g. stroke, traumatic brain injury, etc).
Detailed description of study
You will complete a total of two sessions if you agree to take part in the study. The first session will last 90 minutes. The second session will take place 10 +/- 2 days after the first sessions and will last 60 minutes. It is important that you are available within that time window. You will receive $15 after the first session and $10 after the second session. Testing will involve speaking about topics given to you by the experimenter as well as tests to evaluate your attention.
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- Conditions: Aphasia, Healthy, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury
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Age: Between 18 Years - 100 Years
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Gender: All
Inclusion Criteria
1. Persons with aphasia and/or problems with language after a brain injury
a. Have had a brain injury, including: stroke, traumatic brain injury, tumor, virus, etc.
b. Have had language problems as a result of that brain injury for at least 6 months
c. Native English speaker
d. > 18 years of age
2. Typical adult speakers
a. No issues with thinking / cognition
b. No diagnosis of a neurological condition or brain injury
c. Native English speaker
d. Aged > 45 years old
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