Mutism

This early study tests a small, wireless brain implant designed to help people with severe speech problems communicate by thought. Four adults with conditions like locked-in syndrome or ALS will get the implant and learn to control it. The main goal is to see if the device is saf…

This study tests whether giving cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in person, via video, or a mix of both works best for children aged 5-18 with anxiety or OCD. About 500 kids will be randomly assigned to one of three delivery methods. The goal is to find out which approach impro…

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) games can make speech therapy more fun and improve how often people practice. Researchers will enroll 30 adults with voice disorders at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital. Participants will use VR speech therapy games at home and in…

This study collects medical information and samples from people with hearing, balance, taste, smell, voice, speech, or language disorders. Researchers aim to use this data for future studies and to find candidates for other research. Participants receive standard care, and no exp…

This study follows 1,000 children who have surgery for a brain tumor in the back part of the brain. Up to 1 in 4 of these children develop a condition called Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome, where they lose the ability to speak. Researchers want to understand why this happens and how …