Communication After Right Brain Stroke

Purpose of this Study

We are doing this study to learn more about how right hemisphere brain damage (RHD) from a stroke can affect people's ability to communicate. We want to improve treatments to help stroke survivors regain their ability to communicate.

Who Can Participate?

Eligibility

Adults ages 18+ who:
  • Have had a right brain stroke
  • Are fluent in English
  • Are able to see and hear
  • Are right handed
  • Have a high school diploma or higher
  • Have a documented brain MRI or CT scan in their medical record
For more information about who can join this study, please contact the study team at latoria.jallah@duke.edu or 919-668-2350.

Age Range

18-110

Sex/Genders

Male (cisgender)
Female (cisgender)
Non-binary or gender fluid
Transgender male
Transgender female
Looking for Healthy Participants
Yes

What is Involved?

Description

If you choose to join this study, you will:
  • Have a hearing test
  • Have a vision exam
  • Do several language and communication tests
This study has one visit that will take about an hour and a half, but no more than two hours. You will be paid for your time.

Locations

Other

Visit Timing

Weekdays

Compensation

Yes

Spanish Materials Available

No

Study Details

Full Title

Neuroanatomic Correlates of Language Production Characteristics After Right Hemisphere Stroke

Study Website

Study Website

Principal Investigator

Jamila
Minga

Protocol Number

PRO00109931

Enrollment Status

Open to Enrollment