There are numerous elements that contribute to our ability to interact and learn about the world around us. Individuals who struggle to communicate might have a decreased quality of life, due to difficulties with communication. Individuals affected by speech and communication disorders may benefit from seeking out speech therapy since it provides them the ability to improve their confidence as well as crucial tools for daily living.
Often, we think of speech therapy being something that kids need help with rather than adults. However, speech therapy for adults is available, and it can provide a wide range of treatment options.
One of the most common neurological impairments is a stroke. A stroke can affect one or both sides of the brain. It also affects different brain areas, including motor control, language skills, visual ability, and thinking skills. These injuries can be temporary or permanent, depending on which areas of the body are affected. It can also occur as a side effect of many medications. It is characterized by difficulty speaking and producing words because of muscle stiffness and weakness.
As a result, speech might sound monotonic and lack inflection. Dysarthria often results in problems swallowing and speaking clearly, leading to food getting into the lungs instead of the esophagus due to an impaired gag reflex.
Aphasia is a language disorder that typically begins after a head injury, stroke, or brain tumor, which causes damage to the part of the brain responsible for producing and understanding language. Individuals with aphasia might have difficulty understanding speech, naming everyday objects, reading and writing, repeating words or phrases, reading comprehension, using nouns or verbs correctly in sentences, and expressing thoughts verbally.
