Predictors of Stroke Recovery
About the Study
This study examines the association between language abilities, musical training and brain structure. The study is recruiting two groups of participants: those who have experienced a stroke and resulting language loss (aphasia), and persons who do not have a history of stroke or other neurological involvement and are in the approximate age range of the stroke group (normal controls).
This study involves:
- 1) filling out a history questionnaire prior to the testing date
- 2) performing computer-based tasks where you will make judgments about sentences and musical sequences (about 1 hour)
- 3) obtaining an MRI scan (about 1 hour)
Duration of the study for normal controls is approximately two hours, and for stroke survivors is about five-six sessions of two hours each spread over 6-8 months (because we are interested in recovery over time).
Compensation
Normal controls will be compensated a total of $30 ($20 for MRI and $10 for behavioral testing).
Stroke survivors will receive $20 for every testing session. A report of language and cognitive test results will be provided.
Participation Requirements
Normal controls:
over 45 years
right-handed
native English speakers
no history of neurological or psychiatric conditions
normal hearing
normal (or corrected to normal) vision
free of any non-removable metal.
Stroke survivors:
over 18 years
preferably 2-4 months after stroke
native English speakers
no neurological conditions other than stroke
free of any non-removable metal.
Interested and/or have questions?
Email us at aphasia@umd.edu or call the Aphasia Research Center (301) 405-2477.