Aphasia, a language disorder often resulting from stroke or brain injury, profoundly impacts communication and quality of life. Recent advances in rehabilitation and language therapy have broadened ...
In Anaheim, California, there is a small speech therapy practice called Instrumental SLP. It’s different from any other small speech therapy private practice because of two big differences. The first ...
Anomic aphasia involves difficulty finding the right word when speaking or writing. Learn more about its causes, diagnosis, and treatment options here.
Expressive aphasia can happen after brain damage and may affect your ability to speak or write. A few signs include using short phrases and substituting words with similar sounds or meanings.
The University of Queensland is now expanding its aphasia therapy programme to reach more patients living in rural and regional areas. A year since it was launched at Metro North Health’s Surgical ...
Aphasia affects two million Americans, according to the National Aphasia Association (NAA), but a 2016 survey from the organization found that less than nine percent of respondents knew what the ...
Aphasia is a condition characterized by the sudden loss of the ability to communicate. It typically occurs suddenly after a brain injury, most commonly after a stroke, but can also happen gradually as ...
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Aphasia in Alzheimer’s disease

Mantey, MD, DPhil Key Takeaways Primary progressive aphasia starts with trouble finding the right words and can lead to understanding and communication problems.People with Alzheimer's may have minor ...
More people with aphasia will have access to quality treatment, particularly those in rural and regional areas, thanks to the expansion of a University of Queensland developed therapy program. Aphasia ...
Bruce Willis will retire from acting after being diagnosed with the condition. Here’s what we know about it. By Dani Blum Bruce Willis, the film star known for his roles in “Die Hard” and “Pulp ...
Bruce Willis is leaving his acting career as he battles aphasia, a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate. The condition affects more than 2 million U.S. residents, ...