The purpose of this study is to investigate how reading can be improved after a left-brain stroke. The findings of this study may help to develop new methods for diagnosis and treatment of reading problems after stroke.
Actively Recruiting
Yes
Duration
2 testing sessions (120-180 minutes per visit), 10 homework sessions (30 minutes per visit), and 3 fMRI scans, 1 per week for 3 weeks (90 minutes per visit).
Inclusion Criteria
For stroke survivors:
- Right-handed (before stroke)
- Fluent & literate in English (before stroke)
- 18-80 years of age
- Stroke within the last 10 weeks
- Have reading deficits, as defined by a test
For healthy controls:
- No history of strokes
- Right-handed
- Fluent & literate in English
- 18-80 years of age
Compensation
Participants will receive up to $225 ($75 per scan).
IRB Number:
R-1147-21
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