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Research call-out: What is important in conversations for people living with Parkinson’s?

La Trobe University is inviting people living with Parkinson’s to take part in a study exploring how Parkinson’s affects everyday conversation. Many people share that changes in communication can influence confidence, connection and day‑to‑day interactions. This research aims to learn more about these experiences by listening directly to the people who live with them.

The project is being conducted by the Speech Pathology Department within the School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport at La Trobe University. The research team is interested in understanding what matters most to people when they communicate and what makes conversation easier or harder.

Participants will have the chance to talk about their own experiences in a one‑on‑one interview with Helen Crouch, a speech pathologist and researcher. Interviews can be held online or in person at a time that suits you. The research team hopes that hearing directly from people living with Parkinson’s will help shape future support and improve how conversation challenges are recognised and understood.

If you would like to know more or are interested in taking part, the flyer for this study can be downloaded under “Related resources for you” on this page.


Contact

Helen Crouch
Speech Pathologist and Researcher
Email: [email protected]

 

Prof Robyn O’Halloran
Speech Pathology Lecturer and Principal Investigator
Email: [email protected]

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