Understanding chronic stress in people with aphasia
Official title: Sources and Self-Management of Chronic Stress in People with Aphasia
Funded at Ohio State University · NIH-11066766 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how long-term stress impacts people with aphasia, a condition that makes it hard to communicate, and it wants to find out what causes that stress and how to help improve emotional well-being and recovery through self-management strategies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 16, 2024 |
| Project end | August 15, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $42,912 |
| NIH project number | 1F31DC022142-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11066766 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with aphasia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have aphasia or are under 21 years old may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how chronic stress affects individuals with aphasia, a condition that impairs language ability. It aims to identify the sources of stress related to communication and explore self-management strategies that can help improve emotional well-being and rehabilitation outcomes. By using a mixed methods approach, the study will gather insights from patients through surveys and interviews to better inform clinical practices. The goal is to enhance the quality of life and communicative participation for those living with aphasia.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing stress in patients with aphasia, enhancing their communication abilities and overall quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing emotional well-being can significantly improve rehabilitation outcomes for patients with communication disorders, suggesting a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Ohio State University
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jewell, Courtney C — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Jewell, Courtney C
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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.