Speech and language treatment is provided for individuals who have had a stroke or related neurological condition. Broadly speaking, Aphasia or Dyphasia refers to a language impairment in understanding or expressing oneself. Individuals with dysphasia may display difficulties with:
Finding the correct word to use
Following one part instructions
Remembering and understanding spoken bits of information
Gets stuck on a word and keeps repeating it
Answering yes and no questions consistently
Following the initial assessment, the most appropriate form of intervention will be determined and it may include individual sessions, a home programme, or review sessions.
