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The evaluation aimed to assess the efficacy of the TALES programme in improving language function and communication confidence in stroke survivors with chronic aphasia.

June 18, 2026Applied Neuropsychology Adult

Further development and evaluation of the TALES (technology and literacy engagement after stroke) programme with stroke survivors with chronic aphasia: A mixed-methods case series study

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The evaluation aimed to assess the efficacy of the TALES programme in improving language function and communication confidence in stroke survivors with chronic aphasia.
Mixed-methods case series study involving six participants with varying aphasia severities.
Participants completed an 8-week TALES programme including weekly online group sessions and one-to-one training using Cuespeak.
Outcome measures like the WAB-R and COAST scale were administered before and after treatment, along with qualitative interviews.
Significant improvements in language function and communication confidence were observed across participants.
Qualitative feedback revealed perceived programme benefits, such as practical skills application.
Challenges related to engagement were noted, particularly among participants with greater aphasia severity.

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Mixed-methods case series evaluates language improvements in stroke survivors with chronic aphasia, suggesting telehealth benefits.

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Cetinkaya et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a338ad1630953a74978caaf https://doi.org/10.1080/23279095.2026.2688403

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Further development and evaluation of the TALES (technology and literacy engagement after stroke) programme with stroke survivors with chronic aphasia: A mixed-methods case series study

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Further development and evaluation of the TALES (technology and literacy engagement after stroke) programme with stroke survivors with chronic aphasia: A mixed-methods case series study

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