05/29/2026
Fun Fact Friday – Speech & Hearing Month Edition! 🗣️👂🏼
Many people after stroke experience word-finding difficulties, sometimes called anomia.
Often, the person knows exactly what they want to say — but retrieving the word can take extra time and effort. This can be frustrating and exhausting, especially during fast-paced conversations.
Speech therapy may help individuals develop strategies for word retrieval, while supportive communication partners can help by slowing down conversations, giving extra time to respond, and reducing pressure to “get the word out” quickly.
Patience and understanding can make a meaningful difference in communication!