Anomia: A Language Disorder PDF

Anomia - Another kind of aphasia (also typically in temporal lobe) - Patients have difficulty finding words during speech and when asked to name things, but can describe exactly what an object is for. 33 Oliver Sacks had the following interaction with an anomic patient: "When I showed her some kit...

Anomia - Another kind of aphasia (also typically in temporal lobe) - Patients have difficulty finding words during speech and when asked to name things, but can describe exactly what an object is for. 33 Oliver Sacks had the following interaction with an anomic patient: "When I showed her some kitchen matches, she recognized them at once, visually, but could not say the word 'match,' saying instead, 'That is to make fire.'” 34 Another type of aphasia: Anomia - We all have trouble coming up with words sometimes, but true anomia is much more severe. - No problem in general with comprehension or repetition of words. - Not related to aging 35 Anomia can be very specific. Some patients may have trouble with: - Names of plants or animals - Food words - Names of people - Abstract nouns (justice, evil, creativity) - Concrete nouns (house, moon, lunch) 36 More on Anomia • Where is anomia localized in the brain? – Like Wernicke’s aphasia, it is typically linked to the temporal lobe • Can people with anomia recognize the relevant word (e.g. matches) if they are told? – Anomia can effect both production and comprehension, so speakers are likely to still struggle 37