New Therapy for Social Participation After Stroke

Rehabilitation Strategies for Social Participation in Chronic Stroke Survivors

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Stroke Chronic Phase of Disease
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
54 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Pittsburgh · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people who have had a stroke at least six months ago and are having trouble participating in social activities. Participants will receive a home-based rehabilitation program to help improve their social engagement and will be asked to complete some tests before and after the program.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with chronic stroke at least 6 months ago.
  • I am at least 18 years old.
  • I live in a residential setting in the community.
  • I have difficulties with social participation.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a progressive neurological disorder such as dementia or Parkinson's disease.
  • I cannot provide written consent.
  • I have severe speaking difficulties.
  • I am currently in stroke rehabilitation or mental health therapy.
  • I have major depression and am not under treatment.
  • I have bipolar disorder or a psychotic disorder.
  • I have a substance use disorder within the last 3 months.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The goal of this clinical trial is to test a new rehabilitation program, combining acceptance and commitment therapy with strategy training (ACES), to help people resume social participation after stroke and live in the community. Investigators will also compare the changes in social participation and psychological flexibility from baseline to follow-up at one-month after rehabilitation to see if…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. primary diagnosis of chronic stroke, ≥6 months post onset, 2. ≥18 years old, 3. community-dwelling (i.e., living in a residential setting in the community), 4. restrictions in social participation, indicated by Activity Card Sort (\<80% of pre-stroke activities) Exclusion Cr…
Contacts

Minmei Shih, PhD

412-383-4551

mis235@pitt.edu

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