Slow to get people to understand you
This is a Finding Words story! What can I say,it is very aggravating trying to communicate with people,but if you are lucky enough to find someone not in a big hurry,you can communicate.
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My name is Sam. I was stationed in Japan when I had my stroke. I had a massive headache that
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This is a Finding Words story! I had my stroke 1.5 years ago. My aphasia was particularly hard on me
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This is a Finding Words story! In Mexico, I was a salesman and used language a lot. When I had
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What is
aphasia?
Get a clear explanation of aphasia, what it affects, and why it can look different from person to person.
What causes
aphasia?
Explore the most common causes of aphasia and how brain changes can lead to communication challenges.
What are symptoms
of aphasia?
Find out what communication challenges people with aphasia face based on what type of aphasia they have.
Diagnosis, recovery,
and prevention
Learn how aphasia is diagnosed, recovery outlook, and prevention tips.
Resources
Articles
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Aphasia stories
Personal stories, short films, and perspectives that show how people live, adapt, and communicate with aphasia.
