Wanted – People with Aphasia (living in Australia) for research study.

People with aphasia are invited to help design a template for aphasia friendly research summaries. This involves participating in 3 design sessions over Zoom. A $100 voucher will be provided to thank you for your time. Watch the video about this research here If you’d like to be involved please contact Dr Sarah Wallace (Queensland … Continue reading Wanted – People with Aphasia (living in Australia) for research study.

SLT Survey – Working with Stroke Survivors with Aphasia – An Online Vignette Study of Speech Pathologists

The link to the survey is: https://www.psytoolkit.org/c/3.4.2/survey?s=3n2PF The purpose of this Clinical Psychology Doctoral research is to look at staff screening behaviours with people with post-stroke aphasia, specifically Speech Pathologists.  We know that stroke survivors with communication difficulties post stroke are at an increased risk of low mood and depression than those without aphasia, but despite … Continue reading SLT Survey – Working with Stroke Survivors with Aphasia – An Online Vignette Study of Speech Pathologists

Rotary partner with Aphasia Vic. to increase awareness of aphasia.

We are pleased to share this video created by Rotary Australia and Aphasia Victoria who are teaming up to raise awareness about aphasia! Aphasia is a communication disability that can make it difficult to speak, read, and write. But with the right support, people with aphasia can live full and rewarding lives. Rotary Australia is … Continue reading Rotary partner with Aphasia Vic. to increase awareness of aphasia.

Research opportunity: What factors influence dose in early sub acute aphasia therapy?

Researchers at Edith Cowan University are currently seeking participants to help investigate what factors influence dose in early sub-acute aphasia therapy. We are currently recruiting speech Pathologists, people with aphasia, and people who care for people with aphasia. Please see the flier below for details. What is the research about?We are seeking volunteers to participate … Continue reading Research opportunity: What factors influence dose in early sub acute aphasia therapy?

UPLIFT trial – recruiting speech pathologists now.

The UPLIFT trial is recruiting physiotherapists,occupational therapists, speech pathologists &assistants for the roles of blinded assessor andrehabilitation therapists. The UPLIFT trial is testing an integrated UPper limb and Language Impairment and Functional Training (UPLIFT) program for people living in thecommunity with stroke.UPLIFT training will be delivered either in-person or via telerehabilitation. Our trial sites areMelbourne, … Continue reading UPLIFT trial – recruiting speech pathologists now.

Seeking participants for an international study about stroke and dysarthria (unclear or slurred speech)

Dr Sarah Wallace and Dr Brooke-Mai Whelan (The University of Queensland) are working with the University of Manchester on a research about dysarthria after stroke. Dysarthria is when speech is less clear, becomes slurred or sounds different, and this can happen after a stroke. Watch the video here : https://youtu.be/Axl_1MTYovQ Our research aims to get … Continue reading Seeking participants for an international study about stroke and dysarthria (unclear or slurred speech)