Bilingual Educational Matererials for Bilinguals with Aphasia

Study Description:
This study is intended to evaluate if bilingual materials will result in improved comprehension of their subject matter, when compared to monolingual materials. Subjects will be given either a bilingual pamphlet, or one of two monolingual pamphlets. Participants will be evaluated with a short set of reading comprehension questions.
Aphasia Friendly Study Description:
Bilingual people with aphasia might understand text better if it is in two languages. Participants in this study will be given a short text, either in English, Spanish, or in both languages at the same time. Participants in this study will read the short text. Participants in this study will answer some questions about the short text.
Inclusion / Exclusion Criteria:
- Over 18 years old - Spanish/English bilinguals with Aphasia - Able to use Zoom
Principal Investigator:
Sofia Garcia Martinez
Contact Email:
sgarci87@uic.edu
Condition
Any form of aphasia
Observational or Treatment:
Observational
Type of Treatment:
N/A
Duration of Study:
One session between an hour and two hours in length. The study can be completed online.
Study Start Date:
February 4, 2023
Study End Date:
March 1, 2023
More information:
Costs or Reimbursement:
$25 Amazon or Visa gift card
IRB Approval #
995
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