Aphasia

Definitions

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 This disorder is an acquired neurogenic language disorder resulting from an injury to the brain, most typically the left hemisphere, that affects all language modalities

 American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA),

Aphasia

Here's a short clip explaining a little more about the disorder:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GsVhbmecJA

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This type of aphasia is characterized by non-fluent, effortful but choppy speech, along with limited word production

Broca's Aphasia

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This type of aphasia occurs when there is difficulty speaking in coherent sentences or understanding others’ speech, although speech is fluent.

Wernicke's Aphasia

Characteristics

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A neurological disorder that affects the brain pathways involved in planning the sequence of movements involved in producing speech. There is difficulty saying what he or she wants to say correctly and consistently.

Apraxia of Speech

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Muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body that can affect the arms, legs, and facial muscles

Hemiparesis

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Loss of the ability to identify objects and people.

Agnosia

General Facts

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What is the most common cause of Aphasia?

Stroke

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What is the prevalence of aphasia?

a.) 1 in 400

b.) 3 in 7

c. 1 in 272

1 in 272

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How is Aphasia diagnosed?

A series of neuropsychological and brain imaging tests that rule out the possibility of this being the effect of another motor speech, visual, or impaired hearing issue.

Learners with Aphasia/ Resources

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THUMBS UP OR THUMBS DOWN

Educational Strategies:

• Allow students as much time as necessary, without interruption, to express themselves verbally.
• Create word choice boards.
• Use flashcards to build vocabulary.
• Encourage your students to use any type of communication they are comfortable with 

    

THUMBS UP

McFarland-McDaniels, M. (2011, April 07). Helpful List for Teaching Aphasia Reading Strategies to Students. Retrieved from https://www.brighthubeducation.com/special-ed-neurological-disorders/113248-reading-strategies-for-students-with-aphasia/

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What is Aphasia assistive technology? What are some examples?

Technology for communication and for supporting memory.

Examples :   speech generating devices, talking devices, and  sentence software

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Name and describe any resources for families

1) Aphasia Recovery Connection

A non-profit organization that is working to help end the isolation of aphasia. Open to all people with aphasia, family members or care partners, and professionals.

2)  Australian Aphasia Rehab Pathway

It aims to optimize the overall rehabilitation journey for people with aphasia and their families and friends