by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Oct 25, 2026
Everyone occasionally struggles to find the right word. You might know exactly what you want to say but find yourself thinking, “What is that word?” A moment later, it comes to you. For adults with aphasia or other neurological conditions, however, word-finding... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Oct 25, 2026
Visual scanning is something most of us do constantly without thinking about it. We scan a grocery shelf to find a familiar product, look across a restaurant menu for a favorite meal, search for a calendar for an upcoming appointment, or scan a crowded room to find... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Jul 27, 2026
Dementia affects millions of individuals and families worldwide, creating challenges that extend beyond memory loss. As symptoms progress, people living with dementia may experience difficulties with communication, problem solving, daily activities, and social... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Jul 21, 2026
Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a neurological condition that gradually affects a person’s ability to communicate. Unlike aphasia caused by stroke or traumatic brain injury, PPA results from progressive neurodegenerative diseases that primarily impact language... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Jul 1, 2026
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect nearly every aspect of a person’s daily life, including attention, memory, language, problem solving, reading, and executive functioning. Recovery often requires consistent, targeted therapy that addresses both cognitive and...
