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Management of the Disorder

Due to advances in modern neuroimaging, scientists have been able to gain a better understanding of how language is learned and comprehended. Based on the new data from the world of neuroscience, improvements can be made in coping with the disorder.

Therapy

Therapists have have been developing multiple methods of improving speech and comprehension. One such method involves focusing on the relationship between learning and how if an individual learns something at the same time as something else, these two ‘events’ can be wired together in the brain. As a result, if a therapist can find and improve correlations or coincidences that have been either damaged or deleted by severe cases of aphasia such as trans-cortical sensory aphasia, can be important in brain function and recovery. This can be achieved with intensive therapy hours in order to maximize time where correlation is emphasized.

Through careful analysis of neuroimaging studies, a correlation has been developed with motor function and the understanding of action verbs. For example, leg and motor areas were seen to be activated words such as "kick", leading scientists to understand the connection between motor and language processes in the brain. This is yet another example of using relationships that are related in the brain for the purpose of rehabilitating speech and comprehension.

Of huge importance in aphasia therapy is the need to start practicing as soon as possible. Better recovery occurs when a patient has attempted to improve their comprehension and speaking early on. There is a relationship between the length of time spent not practicing and level of recovery. The patient should be pushed to their verbal communication limits in order to get the patient to get comfortable with making full use of residual language skills that remain.

One effective therapy technique is using what are known as language games in order to encourage verbal communication. One famous example is known as "Builder's Game", where a builder and a helper must communicate in order to effectively work on a project. The helper must hand the builder the tools he or she may need, which requires effective oral communication. Furthermore, when the helper hands the block to the builder, the game incorporates action with language, a key therapy technique.