Aphasia: 10 Ways to Help Yourself

Описание: Are you ready to hear the 10 important ways you can help yourself with aphasia recovery?

In this video, Stroke Buddies hosts Dr. Carolyn Falconer, PhD, CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist specializing in aphasia. She shares her journey into the field, explains different types of aphasia, and distinguishes them from related speech disorders like apraxia and dysarthria. Dr. Falconer also provides practical strategies for stroke survivors with aphasia to improve communication, including daily speech exercises, checking for understanding, and using alternative communication methods. Whether you're a stroke survivor, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this video offers valuable insights into aphasia recovery and support.

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Dr. Carolyn Falconer’s Background – Inspired by her sister’s cleft palate, she pursued speech-language pathology, eventually earning a PhD specializing in aphasia therapy and neuroplasticity research.

What is Aphasia? – A language disorder affecting speech production (expressive aphasia) or comprehension (receptive aphasia), often caused by strokes.

Types of Aphasia –

Broca’s Aphasia (Expressive): Difficulty forming sentences.
Wernicke’s Aphasia (Receptive): Trouble understanding language.
Related Disorders –

Apraxia of Speech: Difficulty planning speech movements.
Dysarthria: Muscle weakness affecting speech clarity.
Aphasia & Intelligence – Aphasia affects language, not thought processes. Intelligence remains intact, but communication barriers can lead to misconceptions.

Social Challenges – Many with aphasia become socially isolated as friends and family struggle to communicate with them.

First Tip for Communication – Practice speaking often, even alone or with pets, to reduce stress and maintain language skills.

Checking for Understanding – Those with aphasia should confirm their listener understands, using gestures or re-explaining if needed.

Prioritizing Communication – Some messages are worth struggling to express, but others can wait. Stress makes aphasia worse, so choosing battles wisely is key.

Aphasia: 10 Ways to Help Yourself
Dr. Falconer can be reached at [email protected] or on her private Facebook page   / 665532767580261  
Segment Time Codes
Introduction, 0:00 to :10
How she got into speech therapy, 1:10 to 4:51
Aphasia overview, 4:51 to 12:50
10 Ways presentation, 12:50 to 41:00
New attendee introductions, 41:00 to 51:08
Q&A / discussion, 58:08 to end
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