Aphasia is an acquired language disorder that impairs language expression and comprehension. People with aphasia (PWA) face significant challenges in providing truly informed consent for healthcare and research participation, including the discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives (Stein & Brady 2006). Brady and colleagues (2012) noted that modifications to research documents, such as consent forms, can increase reading comprehension and allow PWA to fully participate in the decision-making process. Participants' ability to provide truly informed consent is a paramount part of the research process. We are addressing some of these concerns by working toward: Revising forms: Reconstructing a Research Participant Consent Form by reducing the volume of complex language and modifying the presentation format to facilitate understanding.
