Fluent vs. Non-Fluent Aphasia: Why Communication Breaks Down (And What To Do About It) | #216

She asked if he liked rocks in his soup. He said delicious.

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That's what fluent aphasia can sound like, and it's easy to mistake for confusion or even disinterest, when what's actually happening is a breakdown between what he means and the words that come out.

Then there's the other side. One husband points out the window and his wife has no idea if he means the neighbor's yard, a business across town, or something else entirely. He knows exactly what he's trying to say. His mouth won't cooperate. She has to ask yes or no questions just to find the thread.

In this episode, you'll learn the difference between fluent aphasia (like Wernicke's) and non-fluent aphasia (like Broca's), what each one actually looks like day to day, and specific ways to respond to each one so you're not guessing at what just happened.

0:00 — Introduction

1:45 — Fluent (Vernicke's) Aphasia Explained

6:29 — Navigating Misunderstandings with Fluent Aphasia

10:06 — Prevention Through Education & Communication

12:25 — Non-Fluent (Broca's) Aphasia Explained

16:03 — Real-Life Example: Living with Broca's Aphasia

18:59 — Strategies for Non-Fluent Aphasia

21:13 — Comparing Fluent vs. Non-Fluent Aphasia

22:47 — Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

LIFE Speech Pathology helps care partners of people with aphasia understand what's actually happening in the brain, so you're not guessing at the fix. Grab your free Care Partner Compass to see exactly where you are right now and what to do next, link below.

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