I am interested in this study.

Music-Based Intervention After Stroke

Principal Investigator: Arianna LaCroix

Institution: Purdue University

Location: West Lafayette, IN, US

Study ends by: 06/30/27

What is the research about?

  • You will be asked to complete 3 research sessions where you make decisions about what you see and hear
  • You will be randomly selected to be in 1 of 3 groups: either the music listening group, the audiobook listening group or no listening (control group)
  • Depending on the group you are in, you will be asked to complete 30 minutes of music or audiobook listening a day and meet with our researchers one time per week
  • The study is a total of 18-20 weeks and can be completed virtually or in-person at Purdue University

Where does this research study take place? Virtually over secure Zoom; In-person at Purdue University's main campus or satellite campus locations

Can I participate virtually? Yes

Who is this study for?

  • adults at least 18 years of age
  • aphasia following stroke occurring at least 6 months prior
  • have laptop or desktop computer with stable internet connection if participating virtually (no tablets or iPads, please)
  • speaker of American English

Who is this study not for?

  • red or green color blindness
  • previous attention disorder or other neurological condition (Parkinson's disease, dementia, etc.) before stroke diagnosis

Will I be compensated for this study, or are there costs?

$50 Amazon Gift Cards; paid after each research session for a total of $150.

I might be interested! Who can I contact?

Contact Name: Emily Bauman

Email: abclab@purdue.edu

Phone: +17654962435

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