Anomia
Aphasia
Language Therapy
Autobiography as Topic
Aphasia, Primary Progressive
Names
Language Tests
Disrupted temporal lobe connections in semantic dementia. (1/70)
Semantic dementia refers to the variant of frontotemporal dementia in which there is progressive semantic deterioration and anomia in the face of relative preservation of other language and cognitive functions. Structural imaging and SPECT studies of such patients have suggested that the site of damage, and by inference the region critical to semantic processing, is the anterolateral temporal lobe, especially on the left. Recent functional imaging studies of normal participants have revealed a network of areas involved in semantic tasks. The present study used PET to examine the consequences of focal damage to the anterolateral temporal cortex for the operation of this semantic network. We measured PET activation associated with a semantic decision task relative to a visual decision task in four patients with semantic dementia compared with six age-matched normal controls. Normals activated a network of regions consistent with previous studies. The patients activated some areas consistently with the normals, including some regions of significant atrophy, but showed substantially reduced activity particularly in the left posterior inferior temporal gyrus (iTG) (Brodmann area 37/19). Voxel-based morphometry, used to identify the regions of structural deficit, revealed significant anterolateral temporal atrophy (especially on the left), but no significant structural damage to the posterior inferior temporal lobe. Other evidence suggests that the left posterior iTG is critically involved in lexical-phonological retrieval: the lack of activation here is consistent with the observation that these patients are all anomic. We conclude that changes in activity in regions distant from the patients' structural damage support the argument that their prominent anomia is due to disrupted temporal lobe connections. (+info)Pure anomic aphasia caused by a subcortical hemorrhage in the left temporo-parieto-occipital lobe. (2/70)
There have been few case reports of pure anomic aphasia and the underlying mechanism remains to be clarified. We report a patient in whom pure anomic aphasia was caused by subcortical hemorrhage in the left temporo-parieto-occipital lobe. Based on magnetic resonance images and cerebral blood flow imaging, the structural lesion underlying the pure anomic aphasia was thought to be located at the left temporo-occipital junction. (+info)Frontotemporal decreases in rCBF correlate with degree of dysnomia in primary progressive aphasia. (3/70)
Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is an uncommon degenerative dementia characterized by gradual impairment of language function with initial sparing of the memory domain. Using semiquantitative 99mTc-hexamethyl propyleneamine oxime (HMPAO) brain SPECT as a measure of regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF), we investigated the relationship between reduced 99mTc-HMPAO uptake and the severity of dysnomia in PPA. METHODS: Seven right-handed patients with PPA had their dysnomia assessed by the Boston Naming Test (BNT), a subtest of the Boston Diagnostic Aphasia Examination. Neuroimaging studies, including 99mTc-HMPAO brain SPECT, CT, and MRI, were performed. Correlational analysis between reduced rCBF and BNT was performed. RESULTS: Brain SPECT showed a reduction in 99mTc-HMPAO uptake involving the frontal and temporal lobes in all 7 patients. CT and MRI showed mild to moderate cerebral atrophy in 4 patients. Low scores on the BNT correlated with low frontotemporal 99mTc-HMPAO (Spearman r = 0.97, P = 0.004) in the 5 patients with left-hemisphere involvement. CONCLUSION: Decreased rCBF to the frontotemporal region characterized the cerebral abnormalities associated with PPA. The finding of focal rCBF abnormalities in the right hemisphere of 2 right-handed women corroborates that PPA symptoms may arise from a "non-left-dominant"-hemisphere degenerative process. Our results support the usefulness of rCBF SPECT imaging as a diagnostic aid in PPA. (+info)Identification without naming: a functional neuroimaging study of an anomic patient. (4/70)
The neural correlates of identification and name retrieval have proved difficult to characterise because both occur highly automatically in normal language processing. Thus, although some evidence points to the left anterior temporal cortex (ATC) as a brain region underlying these functions, its relative role in semantic and lexical retrieval processes is still a matter of debate. Positron emission tomography (PET) was used to measure regional cerebral blood flow responses to famous and non-famous visually presented faces and buildings in a severely anomic patient and in six control subjects, while they were performing a same-different matching task. Because the patient was able to identify the stimuli that he could not name, it was possible to investigate whether the left ATC would respond when identification occurred without name retrieval. Both the patient and the controls activated the left ATC when famous stimuli were compared with non-famous stimuli. This result supports the hypothesis of a predominantly semantic function of the left ATC. (+info)The Gerstmann syndrome in Alzheimer's disease. (5/70)
BACKGROUND: It remains unclear from lesion studies whether the four signs of the Gerstmann syndrome (finger agnosia, acalculia, agraphia, and right-left confusion) cluster because the neuronal nets that mediate these activities have anatomical proximity, or because these four functions share a common network. If there is a common network, with degeneration, as may occur in Alzheimer's disease, each of the signs associated with Gerstmann's syndrome should correlate with the other three signs more closely than they correlate with other cognitive deficits. METHODS: Thirty eight patients with probable Alzheimer's disease were included in a retrospective analysis of neuropsychological functions. RESULTS: The four Gerstmann's syndrome signs did not cluster together. Finger naming and calculations were not significantly correlated. Right-left knowledge and calculations also did not correlate. CONCLUSIONS: The four cognitive functions impaired in Gerstmann's syndrome do not share a common neuronal network, and their co-occurrence with dominant parietal lobe injuries may be related to the anatomical proximity of the different networks mediating these functions. (+info)Development of selective verbal memory impairment secondary to a left thalamic infarct: a longitudinal case study. (6/70)
A 68 year old man suffered an acute dysphasic episode with persistent memory disturbance while taking part as a control in a longitudinal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) study. A small new left thalamic infarct involving the mamillo-thalamic tract could be demonstrated on volumetric MRI, coinciding with the development of a selective verbal memory impairment. This suggests that lateralisation of cognitive processing of visual and verbal material exists at the thalamic as well as the cortical level. High resolution volumetric MRI may be helpful in demonstrating small subcortical infarcts that may not be seen using computed tomography or conventional MRI. (+info)Subcortical pathways serving cortical language sites: initial experience with diffusion tensor imaging fiber tracking combined with intraoperative language mapping. (7/70)
The combination of mapping functional cortical neurons by intraoperative cortical stimulation and axonal architecture by diffusion tensor MRI fiber tracking can be used to delineate the pathways between functional regions. In this study the authors investigated the feasibility of combining these techniques to yield connectivity associated with motor speech and naming. Diffusion tensor MRI fiber tracking provides maps of axonal bundles and was combined with intraoperative mapping of eloquent cortex for a patient undergoing brain tumor surgery. Tracks from eight stimulated sites in the inferior frontal cortex including mouth motor, speech arrest, and anomia were generated from the diffusion tensor MRI data. The regions connected by the fiber tracking were compared to foci from previous functional imaging reports on language tasks. Connections were found between speech arrest, mouth motor, and anomia sites and the SMA proper and cerebral peduncle. The speech arrest and a mouth motor site were also seen to connect to the putamen via the external capsule. This is the first demonstration of delineation of subcortical pathways using diffusion tensor MRI fiber tracking with intraoperative cortical stimulation. The combined techniques may provide improved preservation of eloquent regions during neurological surgery, and may provide access to direct connectivity information between functional regions of the brain. (+info)Viscosity and social cohesion in temporal lobe epilepsy. (8/70)
Clinical case reports suggest that viscosity, the behavioural tendency to talk repetitively and circumstantially about a restricted range of topics, is common in patients with temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE). Such patients are also reported to exhibit heightened levels of social cohesion, the tendency to become interpersonally "clingy". This "sticky" interpersonal style may be particularly common in TLE patients with a left sided temporal lobe seizure focus. To test this hypothesis, self-report and observer rating scales were developed to assess both viscosity and social cohesion. Subjects consisted of patients with right, left, or bilateral temporal lobe seizure foci, absence or primary generalised tonic-clonic seizures, psychiatric controls (panic disorder patients), and normal controls. Elevations on the viscosity scale were observed primarily in TLE patients with left or bilateral seizure foci. Viscosity scores also correlated with seizure duration and left handedness. No group differences were observed on the social cohesion scale. These findings are consistent with the hypothesis that viscosity results from subtle interictal language disturbances, although other pathogenetic mechanisms are discussed. (+info)Anomia is a language disorder that affects a person's ability to name objects, places, or people. It is often caused by damage to the brain, such as from a stroke, brain injury, or neurological condition. In anomia, a person has difficulty retrieving words from their memory, and may substitute similar-sounding words, describe the object instead of naming it, or be unable to come up with a name at all. Anomia can range from mild to severe and can significantly impact a person's ability to communicate effectively.
Aphasia is a medical condition that affects a person's ability to communicate. It is caused by damage to the language areas of the brain, most commonly as a result of a stroke or head injury. Aphasia can affect both spoken and written language, making it difficult for individuals to express their thoughts, understand speech, read, or write.
There are several types of aphasia, including:
1. Expressive aphasia (also called Broca's aphasia): This type of aphasia affects a person's ability to speak and write clearly. Individuals with expressive aphasia know what they want to say but have difficulty forming the words or sentences to communicate their thoughts.
2. Receptive aphasia (also called Wernicke's aphasia): This type of aphasia affects a person's ability to understand spoken or written language. Individuals with receptive aphasia may struggle to follow conversations, comprehend written texts, or make sense of the words they hear or read.
3. Global aphasia: This is the most severe form of aphasia and results from extensive damage to the language areas of the brain. People with global aphasia have significant impairments in both their ability to express themselves and understand language.
4. Anomic aphasia: This type of aphasia affects a person's ability to recall the names of objects, people, or places. Individuals with anomic aphasia can speak in complete sentences but often struggle to find the right words to convey their thoughts.
Treatment for aphasia typically involves speech and language therapy, which aims to help individuals regain as much communication ability as possible. The success of treatment depends on various factors, such as the severity and location of the brain injury, the individual's motivation and effort, and the availability of support from family members and caregivers.
Language therapy, also known as speech-language therapy, is a type of treatment aimed at improving an individual's communication and swallowing abilities. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) or therapists provide this therapy to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders that can occur in people of all ages, from infants to the elderly.
Language therapy may involve working on various skills such as:
1. Expressive language: Improving the ability to express thoughts, needs, wants, and ideas through verbal, written, or other symbolic systems.
2. Receptive language: Enhancing the understanding of spoken or written language, including following directions and comprehending conversations.
3. Pragmatic or social language: Developing appropriate use of language in various social situations, such as turn-taking, topic maintenance, and making inferences.
4. Articulation and phonology: Correcting speech sound errors and improving overall speech clarity.
5. Voice and fluency: Addressing issues related to voice quality, volume, and pitch, as well as stuttering or stammering.
6. Literacy: Improving reading, writing, and spelling skills.
7. Swallowing: Evaluating and treating swallowing disorders (dysphagia) to ensure safe and efficient eating and drinking.
Language therapy often involves a combination of techniques, including exercises, drills, conversation practice, and the use of various therapeutic materials and technology. The goal of language therapy is to help individuals with communication disorders achieve optimal functional communication and swallowing abilities in their daily lives.
An autobiography is a type of literature that describes the personal life experiences of an individual, written by that individual. It typically includes details about their upbringing, education, career, relationships, and other significant events in their life. The author may also reflect on their thoughts, feelings, and motivations during these experiences, providing insight into their personality and character.
Autobiographies can serve various purposes, such as sharing one's story with others, leaving a legacy for future generations, or exploring one's personal growth and development. They can be written in different styles, from straightforward and factual to introspective and reflective.
It is important to note that autobiographies are not always entirely accurate, as memory can be selective or distorted. Additionally, some individuals may choose to embellish or exaggerate certain aspects of their lives for dramatic effect or to protect the privacy of others. Nonetheless, autobiographies remain a valuable source of information about an individual's life and experiences.
Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) is a neurological disorder characterized by progressive loss of language capabilities, while other cognitive abilities remain preserved. It is a type of dementia that primarily affects speech and language. Unlike other forms of aphasia that result from stroke or head injury, PPA is degenerative and gets worse over time.
There are three main types of PPA:
1. Semantic Variant PPA (svPPA): This type is characterized by difficulty in understanding words and objects, despite having no trouble with the mechanics of speech or writing. Over time, people with svPPA may lose their ability to understand spoken or written language, as well as to recognize objects and faces.
2. Nonfluent/Agrammatic Variant PPA (nfvPPA): This type is characterized by difficulty with speaking and writing, including producing grammatical sentences and articulating words. People with nfvPPA may also have problems with understanding spoken language, particularly when it comes to complex sentences or ambiguous phrases.
3. Logopenic Variant PPA (lvPPA): This type is characterized by difficulty with word-finding and sentence repetition, while speech remains fluent. People with lvPPA may also have problems with understanding spoken language, particularly when it comes to complex sentences or ambiguous phrases.
The exact cause of PPA is not known, but it is believed to be related to degeneration of specific areas of the brain involved in language processing, such as Broca's area and Wernicke's area. There is currently no cure for PPA, but speech and language therapy can help to slow down the progression of the disorder and improve communication skills.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "names" is not a medical term that can be defined in a biological or clinical context. If you have any questions about medical terminology or concepts, I would be happy to try and help! Please provide more information or clarify your question.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "semantics" is not a term that has a specific medical definition. Semantics is actually a branch of linguistics that deals with the study of meaning, reference, and the interpretation of signs and symbols, either individually or in combination. It is used in various fields including computer science, anthropology, psychology, and philosophy.
However, if you have any medical terms or concepts that you would like me to explain, I'd be happy to help!
A language test is not a medical term per se, but it is commonly used in the field of speech-language pathology, which is a medical discipline. A language test, in this context, refers to an assessment tool used by speech-language pathologists to evaluate an individual's language abilities. These tests typically measure various aspects of language, including vocabulary, grammar, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.
Language tests can be standardized or non-standardized and may be administered individually or in a group setting. The results of these tests help speech-language pathologists diagnose language disorders, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress over time. It is important to note that language testing should be conducted by a qualified professional who has experience in administering and interpreting language assessments.
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Aphasia9
- Anomia may refer to: Anomic aphasia, a type of aphasia Anomia (bivalve), a genus of bivalve Anomie Anosmia This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Anomia. (wikipedia.org)
- Anomic aphasia (Anomia) is a type of aphasia characterized by the consistent inability to recall the appropriate word to identify an object, a person's name, or numbers. (handyhandouts.com)
- Phonological Anomia (Conduction Aphasia) occurs when a patient knows the word he/she wants to say, but selects the wrong sounds when producing the word. (handyhandouts.com)
- Therapists can treat anomia using several different methods, and it is important to find the ones that work best for the family of the loved one affected by aphasia. (handyhandouts.com)
- 2014. What to expect from aphasia: anomia. (handyhandouts.com)
- 2016. Aphasia-associated anomia. (handyhandouts.com)
- Anomia is a form of aphasia (aphasia is a speech/language disorder). (portlandproof.com)
- Neuro Hero Speech and Language therapy apps for conditions such as aphasia, anomia, dementia and autism. (neurohero.com)
- Laboratory research has provided evidence that gesture can support aphasia rehabilitation, more specifically anomia rehabilitation. (easychair.org)
Genus of bivalve1
- Anomia is a genus of bivalve mollusks. (portlandproof.com)
Anthropos tes Anomias2
- Tras la edición de su experimental EP 'Pvrvsha', BlackSeed Productions se enorgullece de anunciar la edición del álbum debut de Mystagos 'Ho Anthropos tes Anomias' en vinilo de 12" (previamente editado en CD por Clandestine Faith Prods. (blackseedprod.com)
- After the experimental "Pvrvsha" EP, BlackSeed Productions now proudly announces the release of Mystagos' debut album "Ho Anthropos tes Anomias" in 12" LP (previously released in CD format by Clandestine Faith Prods). (blackseedprod.com)
Inability to recall names1
- anomia - inability to recall names of objects. (brainline.org)
Lexical2
- Lexical Anomia occurs when a patient knows how to use an object and can correctly select the target object from a group of objects, but cannot provide the name of the object. (handyhandouts.com)
- Unlike patients with word lexical anomia, patients with semantic anomia are unable to select the correct object from a group of objects, even when provided the name of the target object. (handyhandouts.com)
Alienation2
- Alienation, Anomia and Youth: Selected Correlates. (lsu.edu)
- from Gr. anomia, lawlessness] A condition similar to alienation. (mhmedical.com)
Hilarious2
- Fast moving and hilarious, Anomia will have everyone roaring with laughter as they try to beat each other to the punch! (huzzahtoys.com)
- Fast paced, brain-bending, and laugh-til-you-cry hilarious, Anomia Party Edition is the game everyone will want to play at your party or family game night. (tngames.ca)
Brain1
- Fast paced, brain-bending and irreverent, Anomia X promises hours of laugh-till-you-cry hilarity for you and your twisted friends. (raincity.games)
Therapy1
- Here, we test an anomia gesture-based rehabilitation scenario with a virtual trainer (VT) in augmented reality (AR) as a therapy simulation. (easychair.org)
Persons1
- Persons with anomia typically exhibit fluent, grammatically correct speech but often speak in a roundabout way in order to avoid a name or express a certain word they cannot recall. (handyhandouts.com)
Classroom3
- Anomia has sold over one million copies and can be used in the classroom as a vocabulary builder! (huckleberrywillow.co.uk)
- Bring the super-fun game Anomia Kids to your classroom with core curriculum based lesson plans. (anomiapress.com)
- Everyone from pre-readers to adults will enjoy the zany, high-energy fun of Anomia Kids, and now we have materials that are GREAT in the classroom! (anomiapress.com)
Party Edition1
- Diehard Anomia fans and novices alike will love the Anomia Party Edition, featuring 6 all-new decks and over 425 unique categories, plus customizable blank cards for adding your own categories to every deck! (tngames.ca)
Examples1
- See more usage examples of anomia in Vocabulary.com's dictionary . (wordsmith.org)
Kids2
- Anomia Kids is simple to play. (therockinghorseos.ca)
- playfully illustrated and easy to learn, Anomia kids, will have young players sharpening their quick wits, visual perception, and speech-language skills. (acrosstheboardcafe.com)
Description6
- original description (of Anomia aculeata O. F. Müller, 1776 ) Müller, O. F. (1776). (marinespecies.org)
- original description (of Anomia squamula Linnaeus, 1758 ) Linnaeus, C. (1758). (marinespecies.org)
- original description (of Anomia cucullata Bruguière, 1789 ) Bruguière J.G. (1789-1792). (marinespecies.org)
- 207]. , available online at https://biodiversitylibrary.org/page/8892006 [details] original description (of Anomia cylindrica Gmelin, 1791 ) Gmelin, J. F. (1791). (marinespecies.org)
- 6. , available online at http://www.biodiversitylibrary.org/item/83098#5 [details] original description (of Anomia cymbiformis Maton & Rackett, 1807 ) Maton, W. G. & Rackett, T. (1807). (marinespecies.org)
- available online at http://biodiversitylibrary.org/page/766478 page(s): 104 [details] original description (of Anomia flexuosa Gmelin, 1791 ) Gmelin, J. F. (1791). (marinespecies.org)
Time1
- Pay attention, it could be your turn at any time - and with Anomia X, you never know what the cards have in store! (raincity.games)
Simple1
- Anomia is simple. (raincity.games)
Words2
- Anomia is a deficit of expressive language (ability to communicate verbally or nonverbally), but the person's receptive language (understanding words and gestures) is not impaired. (handyhandouts.com)
- Semantic Anomia is a disorder in which the meaning of words becomes lost. (handyhandouts.com)
Deck1
- Make your own, personalized Anomia deck with our free Print & Play PDF. (anomiapress.com)
Songs2
- This MLP features the infamous 7" "Mystérion Tés Anomias" from 1998, an absolute milestone in the history of swedish Black Metal, and two songs recorded 2004. (iron-pegasus.com)
- Anomia plays off the fact that our minds are positively brimming with all sorts of random information: things to eat, pop songs, websites, etc. (thehexcafe.com)
Category1
- Contents: Six Anomia decks each with 72 category cards, 7 wild cards, 2 customizable blank cards, & instructions. (tngames.ca)
Objects1
- Some patients with word selection anomia may exhibit selective impairment in naming particular types of objects, such as animals or colors. (handyhandouts.com)
Animal1
- But anomia is also an animal classification? (portlandproof.com)
Word1
- This month's word is "anomia," which has a couple very different definitions. (portlandproof.com)
Things1
- one of those furry four legged-things that says 'Meow,'" it's possible you may be talking to someone with anomia. (portlandproof.com)