Hemispheric Contributions to Figurative Language Comprehension After Unilateral Brain Damage: A Meta‐Analysis of Lesion Side and Conventionality Interaction [PDF]
ABSTRACT Introduction Previous studies revealed that individuals with brain damage exhibit distinctive patterns in figurative language comprehension. However, a systematic investigation of the mechanisms between figurative language deficits and moderating factors such as lesion side remains lacking.
Shen L, Fu M, Wang M, Tang X, Chang H.
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Dosage, intensity, and frequency of language therapy for Aphasia: A systematic review-based, individual participant data network meta-analysis [PDF]
Background and Purpose: Optimizing speech and language therapy (SLT) regimens for maximal aphasia recovery is a clinical research priority. We examined associations between SLT intensity (hours/week), dosage (total hours), frequency (days/week), duration
The REhabilitation and recovery of peopLE with Aphasia after StrokE (RELEASE) Collaborators +1 more
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Aphasia – an information leaflet designed by people with aphasia. [PDF]
Background information DMU4 is a conversation group for people with aphasia (PWA). It is part of Aphasia Leicester (AL), a stroke support group. In June 2010 the conversation group was asked to give feedback about aphasia friendly information leaflets ...
Bixley, Morag +2 more
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An acoustic study of vowel production in Persian aphasic speech [PDF]
Two anterior aphasic patients (one man and one woman) were recorded for their productions of six Persian vowels and were compared to a group of four normal speakers (two men and two women).
Mansooreh Shekaramiz
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Using experience-based codesign to coproduce aphasia rehabilitation services: study protocol
Introduction Aphasia is an impairment of language that occurs in 30%–40% of stroke survivors. This often chronic condition results in poor outcomes for the individual with aphasia and their family. Long-term aphasia management is limited, with few people
Victoria J Palmer +9 more
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Background: Language and communication impairments are among the most frequently reported long-term behavioral consequences of brain tumor. Such deficits may persist long after a patient has been discharged from the hospital and can significantly impact ...
Lisa Milman +7 more
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Hungarian Aphasia Choir Coping Online During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Aphasia choirs have been gaining more and more attention for the last decade. The operation of these are based on two pillars: the therapeutic effect of singing with aphasia and decreasing the social isolation of clients with a verbal language disorder.
Zsófia Fekete, Fanni Eckhardt, MS
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An fMRI investigation of the effects of attempted naming on word retrieval in aphasia
In healthy controls, picture naming performance can be facilitated by a single prior exposure to the same picture (priming). This priming phenomenon is utilized in the treatment of aphasia, which often includes repeated picture naming as part of a ...
Shiree eHeath +15 more
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Does COVID-19 Impact Less on Post-stroke Aphasia? This Is Not the Case
BackgroundThe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has greatly affected people’s mental health resulting in severe psychological consequences. One of the leading causes of long-term disability worldwide is aphasia.
Francesca Pisano +6 more
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Background: We require high-quality information on the current burden, the types of therapy and resources available, methods of delivery, care pathways and long-term outcomes for people with aphasia.
Berthier, M. +5 more
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