Speech comprehension difficulties Flashcards
What is meant by speech comprehension difficulties?
Difficulties in understanding spoken language.
This is common in aphasia.
In aphasia speech comprehension is affected to some degree…
Even for PwA who’s understanding of everyday speech seems adequate- higher level language and ambiguous words are a problem.
What is the problem with comprehension?
Often overlooked and overestimated by family, as well as PwA.
Just want to focus on output.
What type of aphasias have the most severe comprehension difficulties?
Global Aphasia
Wernickes Aphasia
Those with poor comprehension will be less aware of what?
Less aware of their difficulties.
Those with a sever deficit in speech comprehension tend to have difficulty with what?
All aspects of language.
What indicates poor prognosis?
Severe auditory comprehension deficit that doesn’t improve.
Depending on severity, what can speech comprehension difficulty affect?
Keeping track and taking part in conversation.
Following instructions
Answer questions
Follow tv/radio programmes
Keep in touch with what’s happening in a busy household.