Assessment of anomia: Improving efficiency and utility using item response theory

Study Description:
The purpose of this research study is to develop a standard scale for measuring the ability to name things in people who have aphasia. We will use this information to develop tests that are clinically useful and scientifically sound, and to develop a new computer adaptive test of naming. The ultimate goal of this study is to provide speech-language pathologists with better tools for evaluating the naming abilities of persons with aphasia. Visits are done in-person at Portland State University or at the participant's home.
Aphasia Friendly Study Description:
Inclusion / Exclusion Criteria:
Inclusion: -18 years or older -Learned English as a first language -Aphasia caused by left hemisphere stroke at least 4 months post-onset -Corrected or uncorrected near visual acuity of at least 20/40 vision on the Tumbling E Chart -Comprehensive Aphasia Test Recognition Memory raw score of 3/9 Exclusion: -History of head trauma resulting in loss of consciousness with significant cognitive sequelae -History of right hemisphere stroke/lesion -History of drug or alcohol dependence that is not currently stable or medically managed -Presence of a severe motor speech disorder
Principal Investigator:
Stacey Steel
Contact Email:
ssteel@pdx.edu
Condition
Stroke
Observational or Treatment:
N/A
Type of Treatment:
NA
Duration of Study:
1-3 sessions
Study Start Date:
April 6, 2021
Study End Date:
December 31, 2025
Costs or Reimbursement:
Please contact us for further details.
IRB Approval #
21744918
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