What is Aphasia?
Aphasia is an impairment of language, affecting the production of or comprehension of speech and the ability to read or write. Aphasia does not affect intelligence.
Aphasia can result from injury to the brain, most commonly from stroke, but also from head trauma, brain tumor, or infection.
While every journey with aphasia is unique, early support and ongoing connection can make a powerful difference.
Explore the many ways people with aphasia — and those who care about them — navigate communication, expression, and life.
National Aphasia Association
www.aphasia.org
Do You Have Aphasia?
Did you find out about it recently? Five or 10 years ago?
Have you practiced using words and sentences? Have you found cool things to do that make you happy? Have you discovered people online who also have aphasia?
I have aphasia. I’ve been working for three years to regain my language, reading, and cognitive abilities.
It took a lot of hard work.
But my entire life revolved around language, reading, and writing – both as a student, at work, and even after I retired, and I had two active blogs (Laura’s Retirement and A Mile at a Time).
I worked at least 30 hours a week for three years to regain what I lost due to the stroke. All the programs I used are listed on this website: APHASIA AT HOME. Take a look at it. Maybe you will find something that motivates you, too.
Take a look at the YouTube video about Aphasia at Home. In the video Laura talks with Aphasia Phil (Phillip Oxendine). Both Laura and Phil are stroke survivors who are dedicated advocates for people with aphasia.
In March 2026, Aphasia Phil (Phil Oxodotie) and Laura discussed the video “Laura’s Untold Story.” They talked about improving language, reading, and brain recovery from 2022 to 2025.
Laura Malis — Ambassador
In April 2026, Mike Jankowski and Laura discussed “Beyond Words: Connecting Through Aphasia.” They talked about life with aphasia, AI, technology, communication, and writing.
Aphasia Phil, Mike, and Laura are all Ambassadors with the National Aphasia Association (aphasia.org). All three are committed to advocacy, education, awareness, and supporting people living with aphasia and their families.