Talking About Aphasia: Living With Loss of Language After Stroke

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Summary: Important reading for building an "aphasia-friendly" world
Review: Aphasia is an invisible disability. It has a profound impact on people's lives. This book is the first one I have seen that discusses the challenges of aphasia in the words of people who are living with it. If you are trying to wrap your head around the meaning of aphasia or want some insight into that world, read this book! It is written in plain English, free of jargon or professional language, with lots of life stories that illustrate the major points.

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Summary: Helping me understand her feelings/thoughts
Review: This book gave me the insight I yearned for in understanding what my sister was thinking and feeling since she cannot express it herself. The frustration felt on both sides (by the stroke victim and family, friends) by lack of communication is somewhat easied by the insight this book brings. I highly recommend it.