Expressive aphasia is a language disorder that makes it difficult for individuals to speak clearly and effectively.
This article will cover expressive aphasia, other aphasia types, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatments.
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What Is Expressive Aphasia?
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Expressive aphasia is a language problem in which it’s hard for someone to say or write their thoughts.
It’s a jot down of “non-fluent aphasia,” meaning that speaking is more challenging than understanding.
Broca’s aphasiais a specific subtype of expressive aphasia.
The big difference between the two is how well they can speak compared to how well they understand.
They might speak in short, broken sentences with limited words.
Wernicke’s aphasia makes it hard to understand and use words correctly.
Expressive vs.
Global aphasia leads to significant difficulties in communicating thoughts and understanding others.
What Causes Expressive Aphasia?
Expressive aphasia is diagnosed through a comprehensive assessment process.
Based on the results, your healthcare provider can recommend a treatment plan.
Consistent and dedicated speech-language therapy can improve speaking, understanding, and communication.
It may take several months or years.
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