Aphasia

Definition

A condition that robs you of your ability to communicate effectively. It can affect your ability to speak, write and understand language, both verbal and written. Aphasia typically occurs suddenly after a stroke or a head injury.

Related terms

Stroke:

A medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): A form of acquired brain injury that happens when a sudden trauma causes damage to the brain.

Language Disorders: These are disorders that involve difficulty in processing linguistic information.