Definition:
Dysphasia is a learning disorder that affects language comprehension. People in this condition have problems in communicating with others, such as having trouble expressing their thoughts through words.
Diagnosis:
Dysphasia is diagnosed by the characteristics presented by the patient during his early stages of development.
Treatment:
Dysphasia is treated by special education programs that focus on supporting the child in learning the lessons of speech and how to use them coherently.
Symptoms and Signs:
Children with dysphasia usually have trouble naming things. Early on the child finds it hard to come up with a simple sentence describing how he feels.
Causes:
Dysphasia is a brain defect situated in the left part of the cranium where language and communication skills are processed.
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