Aanstoot, Floor (2024) Leesproblemen bij individuen met homonieme gezichtsvelduitval. Master thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
Homonymous visual field defects (HVFD) are regular consequences of acquired brain injuries, leading to contralateral visual impairment. Reading impairment is prevalent among individuals with HVFD, significantly impacting daily life and their rehabilitation process. Aiming to provide guidance for healthcare professionals and individuals affected by HVFD, this study investigated the factors influencing reading performance in individuals with HVFD. The study included 54 participants with HVFD (35 men, 19 women; average age 55.56 years). Participants underwent a comprehensive assessment, including the Visual Functioning Questionnaire 25 (VFQ-25), a subjective measure. Reading acuity, reading speed, and the number of correct words were measured objectively using the Radner reading acuity test and Radner reading chart. Quadrantanopic HVFD participants scoring significantly better on the VFQ-25 and reading speed compared to hemianopic HVFD. No significant differences in reading performance were observed between participants with left HVFD and right HVFD. This lack of distinction could possibly be attributed to differences in the underlying causes of reading difficulties specific to left HVFD and right HVFD. Significant moderate and low positive correlations were found between subjective and objective measures of reading performance in individuals with HVFD. The findings of this study offer insights into the factors that affect reading performance in individuals with HVFD. These results can guide the development of more effective, personalised rehabilitation interventions to improve reading outcomes for individuals with various types of HVFD.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Supervisor name: | Tol, S. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | Clinical Neuropsychology (CN) [Master Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 17 Sep 2024 13:35 |
| Last Modified: | 17 Sep 2024 13:35 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4383 |
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