Aphasia results from trauma to the parts of the brain that control language. Aphasia affects the person's ability to read, write, express and understand language. There are three types of aphasia, Broca's, Wernicke's, and Global.
Treatments vary from speech-language therapy to new and promising medications. It is important when talking to someone with aphasia to simply your words while maintaining a natural conversation. Remember to always be patient, encouraging and supportive.
May 2008
Sources: Health Day and National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders
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