Abstract: Aphasia is a communication disorder which is common in stroke victims. People with aphasia have difficulty understanding and using language. There is Wernike’s and Broca’s aphasia. This guide will focus on treatment of Broca’s aphasia. Those with Wernike’s aphasia have trouble understanding speech and speak nonsense. On the other hand, patients with Broca’s aphasia understand speech and know what to say, but struggle with speaking. If the symptoms of Broca’s aphasia last longer than three months after a stroke, complete recovery is unlikely. Therefore, good therapy is extremely important. Aphasia rehabilitation should fit the needs of the patient (depending on the nature of their disorder), consider how aphasia impacts their quality of life and functioning, and use communication partner training. People with aphasia have different symptoms - some more severe than others – depending on the amount of brain damage. Everyone’s recovery will be different. Furthermore, aphasia is more than a simple disorder. Studies show that patients with aphaisa suffer from a worse quality of life when compared to stroke victims without the disorder. Although communication goals are a priority in rehabilitation, relationship, work, and social goals are also important. Also, communication training with a partner is proven effective in improving a patient’s language activities. The goal of this guide is to make better the rehabilitation process for people with aphasia and their loved ones.
WC = 225 Readers Profile: There is no cure for aphasia, and patient recovery depends on how effective the treatment is. It will be important for therapists and family members to read this guide to see what good rehabilitation looks like.
Reader’s Response: This guide does not consider the other half of patients with Wernike’s aphasia, which is a big problem. Also, what are the costs of rehabilitation and how will the everyday life of these aphasia patients be affected?
Aphasia is a communication disorder which is common in stroke victims. People with aphasia have difficulty understanding and using language. There is Wernike’s and Broca’s aphasia. This guide will focus on treatment of Broca’s aphasia. Those with Wernike’s aphasia have trouble understanding speech and speak nonsense. On the other hand, patients with Broca’s aphasia understand speech and know what to say, but struggle with speaking. If the symptoms of Broca’s aphasia last longer than three months after a stroke, complete recovery is unlikely. Therefore, good therapy is extremely important. Aphasia rehabilitation should fit the needs of the patient (depending on the nature of their disorder), consider how aphasia impacts their quality of life and functioning, and use communication partner training. People with aphasia have different symptoms - some more severe than others – depending on the amount of brain damage. Everyone’s recovery will be different. Furthermore, aphasia is more than a simple disorder. Studies show that patients with aphaisa suffer from a worse quality of life when compared to stroke victims without the disorder. Although communication goals are a priority in rehabilitation, relationship, work, and social goals are also important. Also, communication training with a partner is proven effective in improving a patient’s language activities. The goal of this guide is to make better the rehabilitation process for people with aphasia and their loved ones.
WC = 225
Readers Profile:
There is no cure for aphasia, and patient recovery depends on how effective the treatment is. It will be important for therapists and family members to read this guide to see what good rehabilitation looks like.
Reader’s Response:
This guide does not consider the other half of patients with Wernike’s aphasia, which is a big problem. Also, what are the costs of rehabilitation and how will the everyday life of these aphasia patients be affected?