The University of Texas at Austin · NeuroscienceDementia Communication and Care Lab
Maya Henry · Austin, Texas
Research Focus
Dr. Maya Henry's lab focuses on improving communication and quality of life for individuals with language-related dementia, specifically primary progressive aphasia (PPA), and their caregivers. The research aims to develop an innovative treatment protocol that combines speech-language therapy with care partner training, particularly addressing the needs of diverse ethnoracial groups. By conducting pilot trials and gathering feedback, this work seeks to create adaptable, culturally sensitive interventions that enhance the lives of those affected by dementia.
primary progressive aphasiadementiacommunication impairmenttelerehabilitationcare partner trainingethnoracial diversityquality of lifespeech-language therapy
Research Aims
4AIM 01Develop a multicomponent progressive aphasia treatment protocol.
AIM 02Evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the Multi-PA telerehabilitation model.
AIM 03Understand diverse patient perspectives through patient-reported outcome measures.
AIM 04Investigate treatment responses among culturally diverse populations.
Skills the Lab Values
telerehabilitation techniquescommunication assessment toolsculturally adapted interventionsparticipant recruitment and retentionpatient-reported outcome measuresdata collection and analysisgroup therapy facilitationintervention designcaregiver training methods
Output against the department
Publications139bottom 49% of dept.344th of 671
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Citations7.2kbottom 49% of dept.342nd of 671
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