Broca’s aphasia

one of eight classically identified aphasias, characterized by nonfluent conversational speech and slow, halting speech production. Auditory comprehension is relatively good for everyday conversation, but there is considerable difficulty with complex syntax or multistep commands. The ability to write is impaired as well. It is associated with injury to the frontal lobe of the brain (see Broca’s area). Also called expressive aphasia. [Paul Broca]

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Psychology term of the day

November 17th 2024

computerized therapy

the use of a specially programmed computer to provide therapy, under the auspices of a trained therapist. Also called computer-assisted psychotherapy.