Organization and Development of Motor Cortical Circuits for Speech Production in Stuttering

Organization and Development of Motor Cortical Circuits for Speech Production in Stuttering

The overall objective of this study is to examine inter effector areas (IEAs) activity and functional connectivity during continuous speech production in stuttering adults.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Are between the ages of 18-65 years
• Have otherwise normal speech, language, hearing and cognition
• Speak English as their primary language
• Currently stutter

Exclusion Criteria:

• Have serious medical or neurological conditions (e.g., stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, etc.)
• Have had a closed head injury (e.g., concussion)
• Have a reading disorder (e.g., dyslexia)
• Have hearing loss
• Have metal or electronic implants (e.g., cochlear implants, pacemakers, etc.)
• Are currently pregnant