Aphasia Episodes
Loss of language; either the understanding of language, the producing of language or both
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Sept. 22, 2026
Do You Know Apraxia When You See It?
How do we actually diagnose apraxia of speech when there’s no gold-standard diagnostic test? In this episode, we break down recent research on apraxia differential diagnosis and discuss how to distinguish apraxia from aphasia and dysarthria. We cover common characteristics of apraxia, clinical impressions, the Apraxia of Speech Rating Scale (ASRS), and why relying on obvious signs like groping may cause us to miss milder presentations. We also talk about why accurate diagnosis matters for treatment planning—and what clinicians can do differently during their next evaluation. Citations Haley, K. L., Jacks, A., & Mailend, M.-L. (2026). Diagnosing apraxia of speech in children and adults when there is no gold standard: A scoping review about the diagnostic process. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 35(2), 840–859. https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_ajslp-25-00178 Get in Touch: hello@speechtalkpod.com Or Visit Us At: www.SpeechTalkPod.com Instagram: @speechtalkpod Supp…
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Aug. 25, 2026
Can You Hear Yourself Talking?
What happens when the brain can’t hear its own speech errors? In this episode of Speech Talk, Emily and Aoife explore the speech-auditory feedback loop and how it can be disrupted after left-hemisphere stroke. They unpack new research on error detection, automatic versus voluntary correction, and what these findings mean for aphasia therapy. Plus, practical strategies for helping patients build awareness, self-monitoring, and more successful communication. Citations Impairment of Speech Auditory Feedback Error Detection and Motor Correction in Post-Stroke Aphasia," from Bereznyak and colleagues out of the University of South Carolina, published in 2021 Get in Touch: hello@speechtalkpod.com Or Visit Us At: www.SpeechTalkPod.com Instagram: @speechtalkpod Support: buymeacoffee.com/speechtalkpod Part of the Human Content Podcast Network