'''Aphasia''' is a disorder caused by damage to the parts of the [[brain]] that control language. It can make it hard for the victim to read, write and say what they mean to say. It is most common in adults who have had a stroke. Brain [[tumor]]s, infections, injuries and dementia can also cause it. The type of problem the victims has and how bad it is depends on which part of their brain is damaged and how much damage there is.
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'''Aphasia''' is a language disorder, which can affect an individual’s ability to recall words, as well as comprehend or express verbal or written language. Aphasia is primarily the result of a stroke, though it may also be caused by other traumatic or degenerative disorders causing damage to the parts of the brain that control language. The location and severity of the stroke, or the progress of the degenerative syndrome will affect which linguistic capabilities remain intact for the individual.