Page 11 - Language Disorders - Medical News and Research Articles

Specialized badges help people with invisible disabilities speak up

Scientists have developed an affordable and customizable digital badges to help those with aphasia navigate public transport and everyday life without stigma.

Aug 5, 2024

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Why being bilingual could help keep your mind sharp as you age

People who know more than one language may have a better chance of maintaining their cognitive ability late into life or after neurodegenerative conditions, says an expert at the University of Alberta.

Jul 22, 2024

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Major trial looks at most effective speech therapy for people with Parkinson's disease

A major clinical trial, led by researchers at the University of Nottingham, has shown the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD) is more effective than the current speech and language therapy provided by the NHS, when ...

Jul 10, 2024

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New study reveals high rates of missed GP appointments among patients with ADHD

Patients with ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) are 60% to 90% more likely to miss appointments with their doctors, compared to the general population, according to the first study to examine this issue within ...

Jul 9, 2024

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Six things to know about primary progressive aphasia

The family of actor Bruce Willis, best known for the Die Hard movie franchise, announced in 2022 that he was retiring from acting because he had a brain disorder that affected his ability to speak. Their statement called ...

Jun 26, 2024

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How to improve communication with a loved one who has aphasia

Imagine being dropped off in a country where you aren't fluent in the local language Even when the native speakers speak slowly, you may understand only portions of what's being said. This is similar to how someone with aphasia ...

Jun 24, 2024

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Using novel discourse treatment to improve communication in people with aphasia

Aphasia is a condition that affects a quarter of stroke survivors. It impairs communication abilities, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Aphasia can have a profound impact on social relationships, employment, ...

Jun 17, 2024

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Baby baboon brain anatomy predicts which hand they will use to communicate

By studying the brain anatomy of newborn baby baboons, a research group including several CNRS scientists was able to predict what hand they would use to communicate after they had been weaned.

Jun 7, 2024

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Can psychedelics help stutterers?

Synesthesia, hallucinations, euphoria. The documented effects of classic psychedelic substances such as psilocybin (magic mushrooms) or lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) are vast. With their usage common and their effects ...

May 29, 2024

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Study reveals brain mechanisms behind speech impairment in Parkinson's

Parkinson's disease is most well-known and well-studied for its motor impairments—tremors, stiffness and slowness of movement. But less visible symptoms such as trouble with memory, attention and language, which can also ...