Word retrieval difficulties Flashcards
1
Q
What is a word retrieval difficulty?
A
Difficulty retrieving content words e.g. nouns, verbs and adjectives etc.
2
Q
What is the term for word-finding difficulties?
A
Anomia
3
Q
What aphasia has most prevalent word finding difficulties?
A
Anomic aphasia
4
Q
What conditions can word finding difficulties occur in?
A
Aphasia
Dementia
Schizophrenia
Normal elderly population
5
Q
What are the variables affecting word retrieval?
A
Frequency of occurence
Level of abstractness
Relevance to individual
if they are stressed- more likely to have more wfd.
