Aphasia
Aphasia is a language impairment that is a result of stroke, brain injury or disease that impacts brain tissue. It is more typically diagnosed in adults, however children may also receive a diagnosis of aphasia following a traumatic brain injury or stroke/neurological incident. There are varying degrees and classifications to aphasia based upon which part of the brain is impacted. Language impairments with aphasia present in varying degrees. The ability to express oneself, understand spoken and written language, sequence thoughts, and formulate sentences are among some of the characteristics. Memory and social skills may also be impacted as well as many other aspects.
Specific treatment plans will be developed by your therapist in conjunction with your child’s neurologist and other specialists to target difficulties present.
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