Development and Validation of Language and Communication Assessment Scales

Sponsor
IRCCS San Camillo, Venezia, Italy
Study ID
NCT07518576
Status
Recruiting
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Conditions

  • Aphasia
  • Language Disorders

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - 90 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • conversational approach — BEHAVIORAL
    The conversational approach in speech-language rehabilitation focuses on improving communication within real-life, functional contexts. It emphasizes natural, interactive communication, helping individuals engage in meaningful conversations and participate in daily activities. Therapy often involves practicing communication in real-life scenarios, incorporating verbal and non-verbal cues. The goal is to enhance confidence and effectiveness in communication, allowing individuals with speech or language difficulties to regain autonomy and engage more fully in social and professional settings. Additionally, the assessment process is based on these principles and should also take place in conversation, evaluating communication skills within realistic, everyday contexts to better guide treatment planning.

Study Details

The aim of speech therapy for people with aphasia is to improve their ability to communicate in daily life. Traditional evaluations focus on linguistic tasks, but they do not fully address everyday communication skills, which are crucial for creating personalized treatment goals. The study suggests a multimodal approach to language assessment, stressing the importance of gestures in communication. It calls for the development of tools that evaluate communication in a wider context, including factors like motivation, attention, awareness, and alternative communication strategies. Additionally, there is a need for tools specifically designed to assess communicative gestures.

Key Dates

First listed
Apr 8, 2026
Start date
May 9, 2022
Status verified
Apr 2026
Primary completion
May 30, 2022
Completion
Dec 31, 2026

Study Design

Enrollment
50 participants (estimated)

Arms

  • Arm: person with aphasia

Primary Outcome Measure

Communicative efficacy [ Time Frame: 36 months ]

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