Investigating how daily voice use and personality traits affect voice disorders
Longitudinal Investigation of Factors Impacting the Development and Rehabilitation of Phonotrauma
This study is looking at how your daily voice habits and personality traits might affect your risk of developing voice problems, like nodules or polyps, and it’s for anyone who wants to understand how these factors can impact their vocal health over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10888392 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores the relationship between daily voice behaviors and personality traits in individuals at risk for phonotrauma, such as vocal fold nodules and polyps. By using a longitudinal approach, the study aims to identify how these factors contribute to the development and persistence of voice disorders. Participants will be monitored over time to assess their vocal behaviors and personality traits, helping to differentiate between causes and compensatory behaviors related to phonotrauma. The findings could lead to improved risk assessment and therapeutic strategies for those affected.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who frequently use their voices in high-demand situations and may be at risk for developing voice disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not engage in vocal activities or have no history of voice disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for individuals suffering from voice disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that personality traits and vocal behaviors are linked to voice disorders, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Toles, Laura Elizabeth — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Toles, Laura Elizabeth
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.