Global Aphasia

What is Global Aphasia?

Global Aphasia is a form of non-fluent Aphasia.  Individuals with global Aphasia have severe communication difficulties.  They may be extremely limited in their ability to speak or comprehend language.  They may be unable to say even a few words or may repeat words or phrases over and over again.  They may have trouble understanding even simple words and sentences.  (Information from National Insitute of Health)