Sensory and Language Sequelae

Language Problems (Aphasia)

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  • Stroke survivors may have language difficulty (aphasia).
  • Aphasia affects the ability to use and understand spoken and written language.
  • Aphasia often arises as a result of damage to Wernicke’s area in the cerebral cortex.

You can learn more about the parts of the brain involved in language in Language areas.