Send us a textUnderstanding Aphasia: Personal Journeys and InsightsIn this episode of 'On the Tip of My Tongue,' hosts Rob Edwards and Jonathan Hirons delve into the challenges and experiences of living with aphasia, a language disorder caused by brain injury. Jonathan shares his personal journey following a stroke, highlighting the struggles and the gradual recovery process. The discussion covers different types of aphasia, the importance of early therapy, and the social perceptions and misconceptions surrounding the condition. The episode aims to raise awareness, inspire hope, and provide valuable information for sufferers and their carers.00:00 Introduction and Personal Story00:15 Welcome to the Podcast00:32 Understanding Aphasia01:09 The Documentary: On the Tip of My Tongue01:45 Experiencing a Stroke02:54 Challenges with Language and Recovery05:25 Raising Awareness and Offering Hope06:23 Types of Aphasia10:16 Road to Recovery16:16 Social Confidence and Perceptions21:23 Conclusion and Next Episode PreviewSupport the showSupport the show: Donate Now This podcast is funded by https://www.bas.org.uk To watch Jonathan’s film: https://tipofmytonguefilm.comhttp://x.com/buffaloloungeukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhirons/ https://www.instagram.com/buffaloloungeThe Tavistock Trust for Aphasia websitehttp://aphasiatavistocktrust.org

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