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Background: Although several treatments for acquired reading difficulties exist, few studies have explored the effectiveness of treatment for mild reading difficulties and treatment for reading difficulties associated with cognitive impairment.

Aims: This study explored the effectiveness of an individual strategy-based reading treatment of 11 sessions given to a female participant (IW) who had mild reading difficulties following a subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH). The impact of treatment on reading ability, confidence and emotions associated with reading were investigated.

Methods & Procedures: Treatment focused on the use of strategies to support IW's memory when reading books, the use of a checklist to select appropriate reading materials, and methods for increasing IW's confidence in discussing the book she was reading with others. A person-centred approach and …