DO YOU HAVE APHASIA? Join our language training study!

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Jiyeon Lee

Primary Investigator

DO YOU HAVE APHASIA? Join our language training study!

Overview

The Purdue Aphasia Research Lab is inviting people with aphasia after a stroke to take part in a language training study.  In this NIH-funded project, our goal is to develop a novel treatment for persons with aphasia to help them communicate more effectively.  Eligible participants will practice reading and speaking sentences. Study duration will last approximately 2-3 months. 
 
Aphasia is an acquired language disorder, frequently caused by a stroke, that can affect speaking, understanding others, reading and/or writing.

Description

What is Involved if I Participate?
  • You will be asked to complete 5-17 sessions (~2 hours each), including eligibility testing and follow up sessions
  • During the sessions, you will be asked to complete a set of tasks, such as describing pictures you see on a computer screen, reading or repeating sentences (all tasks are non-invasive)
  • Study participation will last approximately 2-3 months depending on eligibility
**In-person and remote options are available.  In-person opportunities are located at Purdue University (West Lafayette campus), OR our Indianapolis satellite lab location (near Keystone Fashion Mall). 

Will I Be Compensated for Participating?
  • You will receive $20 per in-person session and parking is FREE. 
  • Participants whose one-way commute exceeds 50 miles will receive an additional $25.
  • Virtual participants will receive $20 per session in the form of a gift card.
How Do I Participate?
Click on the button "Contact a study center" & complete a 3-question pre-screener. 
 **Or contact the lab by phone: (765) 496-0216. 
In addition, you may view our website via   https://www.purdue.edu/hhs/slhs/aphasia/ 
or visit us on social media: Facebook & Instagram @PurdueAphasiaGroup and Twitter @PurdueAphasia 

Eligibility

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions:
    aphasia,stroke
  • Age: Between 21 Years - 85 Years
  • Gender: All

Additional Eligibility criteria:
  • Have a diagnosis of aphasia as a result of stroke
  • No history of other neurological conditions besides stroke (ex: Parkinson's disease, dementia, etc.)
  • Native speaker of North American English
  • Normal or corrected-to-normal hearing and vision
  • If participating remotely, stable internet connection required via laptop or desktop computer (no iPad/tablet)
* Final eligibility will be determined after a phone screening and language testing sessions.  Eligible participants will be asked to provide written medical documentation confirming aphasia and stroke diagnosis. 

Additional Information:
Study Title IRB 2021-659: Structural Priming as treatment component in aphasia (Purdue Aphasia Project)

Online study
Updated on 05 May 2024. Study ID: IRB 2021-659 (A)

Pre-Screener

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Did you have a stroke?

Interested in the study?

Select a study center that’s convenient for you, and get in touch with the study team.

Contact a study center