Category: Aphasia

What Is Aphasia? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

What Is Aphasia? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Aphasia, a condition often shrouded in misunderstanding, has a profound impact on individuals’ ability to communicate effectively. In this post, we will learn about what…

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8 Different Types Of Aphasia & Their Characteristics

8 Different Types Of Aphasia & Their Characteristics

Aphasia, a complex language disorder stemming from damage to the brain’s language centers, manifests in various forms, each presenting distinctive challenges. The misunderstandings surrounding aphasia…

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Under Recognized Connection Between Aphasia and Depression

  Aphasia is a complex communication disorder. It’s caused by a disruption in the typical functioning of the brain’s language centers. It can occur at…

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How Long Does It Take to Recover My Speech After a Stroke?

The sudden and unexpected event of a stroke along with the often dramatic life changes that follow can feel overwhelming to many. One of the…

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Introducing Open Lines® Aphasia Communication Group

Learning or retraining any skill requires consistent practice and dedication. The same holds true for individuals working on language and communication skills. Without regular exercise…

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Open Lines® Partnering With National Aphasia Association to Offer Support Groups

Open Lines® Partnering With National Aphasia Association to Offer Support Groups

Dr. Jessica Galano, speech-language pathologist, founder, and CEO of Open Lines Speech and Communication PC is partnering with the National Aphasia Association (NAA) to offer…

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What Is Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA)?

What Is Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA)?

Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a neurological disorder that affects a person’s ability to speak and communicate. This blog will dive into what causes PPA…

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How to Communicate with People with Aphasia

Imagine living your life knowing what you want to say or write but being unable to do so. People who have survived a stroke, traumatic…

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Can You Recover from Aphasia?

Surviving a stroke has far-reaching impacts that can touch almost every facet of life. Depending on which areas of the brain were affected during the stroke, you may experience speech and language problems known as aphasia.  Aphasia is…

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Why Can’t I Think of Words While Speaking?

  Imagine this: You get home from your favorite restaurant and want to tell your family about the spectacular bananas foster you had for dessert….

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