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Let's "Talk" About Aphasia

Stroke & Cerebrovascular Diseases | Last Active: Feb 17, 2024 | Replies (22)

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@rosez

My husband has aphasia caused by a brain tumor. It is a very frustrating situation for both of us. He hardly speaks around other people and even to me. His speech therapist wants me to correct him when he says the words but then he gets annoyed at me. I try to explain that I am trying to help him but he just clams up.

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@rosez I wonder if the reason your husband gets annoyed, is because he may be embarrassed that the incorrect word/phrase was said. Or, in his mind, the correct wording was used. Perhaps if you think of ways to gently guide him it might be less frustrating for both of you? Maybe saying, "Oh, yes, that sky really is pretty today, isn't it?" when he said something else but talking about the sky is what he meant. Would that be worth a try? What has your husband's doctor said is in the future for the situation?
Ginger