Study to improve language in primary progressive aphasia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial looks at ways to improve language abilities in people with primary progressive aphasia (a long-term brain condition that affects speech and language). It may help if your communication problems come from this condition and you can safely take part in the study activities, which likely involve language practice and MRI scanning.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) by a doctor or speech-language specialist
- Your main speech or language problem is caused by PPA
- You speak English as your first language (or an equivalent level of English)
- You have normal (or corrected) vision and hearing
- You can safely have an MRI (no pacemakers, and no certain metal implants; and you’re not severely claustrophobic)
- You do not have certain mental health or brain conditions (like active seizures, epilepsy risk, Parkinson’s disease, or multiple sclerosis)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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