What is Aphasia?

After a stroke you may find it difficult to speak - the words in your head don't come out right.
Aphasia is the medical term used to describe communication problems.

As a result of your stroke you may suffer one or more of the following 'Aphasic' conditions:

 Aphasia (also known as dysphasia) is principally caused by a stroke.
Other causes of Aphasia include brain tumours, brain haemorrhages and brain injuries.

Click here to read an article on apahsia and it's treatment.
Click here for the Stroke Association page on Aphasia
Two Aphasia websites where you can find help are (click on pictures):

Link to Connect websiteConnect - the communication disability network. Connect supports people living with aphasia (communication disability) which is often caused by stroke. Connect's vision is a world where people with aphasia (communication disability) can find opportunity and fulfilment. On their website, you can find accounts from people who have Aphasia.
Link to Speakability websiteSpeakability - is the national charity dedicated to supporting and empowering people with Aphasia and their carers, and where you can find self-help groups of people with Aphasia.