Scientists probe link between speaking and reading in dyslexia

NCT ID NCT05854082

First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at how speech production helps reading in adults with and without dyslexia. Participants did reading tasks while sucking a lollipop, holding a bite bar, or having their mouth numbed with lidocaine. The goal was to see if these motor changes affect reading speed and accuracy.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Alberta

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2R3, Canada

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