How bilingualism affects cognitive health in Hispanics with language disorders
Bilingual Factors Associated with Cognitive Reserve and Linguistic Resilience in Hispanics with Primary Progressive Aphasia
This study is looking at how being bilingual might help Hispanic people with primary progressive aphasia, a type of dementia that affects language, by exploring how their language skills and experiences can influence their brain's ability to cope with the condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10990995 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between bilingualism and cognitive reserve in Hispanic individuals diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia (PPA), a type of dementia that primarily affects language skills. The study aims to understand how factors such as language proficiency, use, and age of acquisition influence cognitive resilience in bilingual patients. By examining these aspects, the research seeks to identify patterns of language decline and resilience in bilingual individuals with PPA, potentially leading to better management strategies for language-related dementia. Participants will be assessed through various linguistic and cognitive evaluations to gather comprehensive data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are bilingual Hispanic individuals diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia.
Not a fit: Patients who are monolingual or do not have language-related dementia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance understanding of how bilingualism may protect against cognitive decline, leading to improved care strategies for patients with language disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results regarding the protective effects of bilingualism on cognitive health, but this specific focus on PPA in Hispanic populations is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grasso, Stephanie M — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Grasso, Stephanie M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.