[건강톡톡] Suddenly I can’t get the words out of my mouth … Is that ‘aphasia’?

Aphasia is a condition in which some or all language skills such as speaking, listening, reading and writing are lost due to impaired speech center in the left brain. A state where people can understand but cannot speak is called motor aphasia and a state where speech function is completely lost is called perceptual aphasia. Learn more about aphasia with Hidak’s experts.

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Q. Are autism, schizophrenia and aphasia similar diseases?
Autism is called Autism Spectrum Disorder and, by definition, can be defined as “a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by qualitative disturbances in social interaction, disturbances in verbal and non-verbal communication, stereotyped behaviors and limitations in the range of interests and interests. “. as the main problems there is. Autism Spectrum Disorder is characterized by a lack or lack of ability to interact with others and to understand from the point of view of the other (closed in one’s own world) and manifests itself from an early age.

In the case of schizophrenia, it can appear similar to autism spectrum disorder because it is often trapped in its own world, is accompanied by deterioration, and symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations are characteristic.

Aphasia refers to the inability to understand and express language due to brain disease or damage. It is commonly seen in cases of dementia or cerebral infarction.
– Dr Kyung-ho Han of the Hidak Department of Mental Health (Top Mental Health Clinic)

D. I want to say something, but it doesn’t come out of my mouth. Is it aphasia?
Aphasia is a condition in which thoughts cannot be expressed verbally even when trying to speak. If you are able to speak, but cannot get out of your mouth, it is best to think of it as a cause of interpersonal problems due to depression or anxiety.

Symptoms such as depression or anxiety often arise out of law when the identity is unclear. Since the negative perception of oneself derives from the distorted experiences of interpersonal relationships in childhood, it is necessary to objectively get out of the current view of ourselves. We recommend that you consult a professional who provides in-depth psychological counseling.
-Bae Seong-beom, consultant to the Hidak Department of Psychiatry

Q. What is the difference between selective aphasia and aphasia?
Selective mutism refers to being able to speak and understand, but not speak for psychological reasons, depending on a person, place or situation. It is found mainly in young children. On the other hand, aphasia refers to the loss of language skills due to damage to brain regions related to reading, writing, listening, speaking and repetition without abnormalities in the vocal organs and hearing organs due to problems such as dementia, cerebral hemorrhage, and cerebral infarction.
– Dr Kyung-ho Han of the Hidak Department of Mental Health (Top Mental Health Clinic)

D. I suffer from aphasia with severe headache.
Headache refers to pain and paresthesia in the head. It is a very common symptom and everyone will experience it at least once in their life. Most are primary headaches that can be controlled with analgesics and have very short symptoms. However, if it cannot be controlled even with painkillers, and the symptoms persist for a long time and are accompanied by neurological symptoms such as aphasia, dizziness and paraesthesia, a neurologist should be consulted.
– Hidak Neurology Consulting Doctor Jong-moon Lee (Lee Jong-moon Neurology Clinic)

* This article was reconstructed from the response of a Hidak expert.

Help = Counseling Doctor Hidak Kyung-ho Han (Psychiatric Specialist, Senior Mental Health Clinic), Counseling Doctor Hidak Seong-beom Bae (Psychiatrist), Counseling Doctor Hidak Jong-moon Lee (Lee Jong Neurology Clinic -moon)

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