Sensory and Language Sequelae

• With a speech problem (apraxia of speech), individuals may have a problem saying sounds, syllables, and words correctly without language comprehension difficulties.
• Speech problems can occur as a result of damage to Broca’s area of the cerebral cortex (the outer layer of the brain) or related cranial nerves, causing weakness or paralysis of the speech muscles (the muscles of the face, tongue, and lips).

If the person also has trouble understanding language, see Language problem (aphasia).