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  1. Receptive aphasia - Wikipedia

    Wernicke's aphasia, also known as receptive aphasia, sensory aphasia, fluent aphasia, or posterior aphasia, is a type of aphasia in which individuals have difficulty understanding written …

  2. Wernicke’s (Receptive) Aphasia: Symptoms & Treatment

    Jul 3, 2024 · Wernicke’s aphasia (receptive aphasia) is a language disorder that affects your ability to make sense when speaking. It also affects your ability to understand what others are …

  3. Types of aphasia: Definitions and when to see a doctor

    Dec 19, 2025 · Common types of aphasia include expressive aphasia, receptive aphasia, and global aphasia. Learn more about the different types and when to seek help here.

  4. Expressive vs Receptive Aphasia: Understanding 5 Key Differences

    Feb 11, 2025 · Receptive aphasia, also known as Wernicke’s aphasia, affects a person’s ability to understand spoken or written language. People with receptive aphasia can speak fluently, but …

  5. Types of Aphasia - American Stroke Association

    Apr 14, 2024 · The type of aphasia you might experience depends on which part of your brain was affected by the stroke. Wernicke's Aphasia (receptive aphasia or fluent aphasia)

  6. What Is Receptive Aphasia? Causes & Symptoms - Biology Insights

    Aug 27, 2025 · Receptive aphasia, also known as Wernicke’s aphasia, is a type of aphasia that primarily impacts how individuals understand language. This article explains what receptive …

  7. Receptive Aphasia: Diagnosis and Intervention

    Feb 27, 2025 · This article provides a concise overview of the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for receptive aphasia, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and …

  8. Wernicke’s Aphasia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - WebMD

    Sep 27, 2025 · Wernicke’s aphasia is another name for receptive aphasia. It happens when the area of your brain that controls language called the Wernicke area is damaged. This condition …

  9. Expressive and Receptive Aphasia: Understanding Both

    Expressive aphasia and receptive aphasia are some of the most common types of aphasia. Receptive aphasia is a result of damage to Wernicke’s area in the brain and generally affects …

  10. Receptive Aphasia - connectedspeechpathology.com

    Receptive aphasia, also known as Wernicke’s aphasia, is a language disorder where individuals have difficulty understanding spoken or written language. While they may speak fluently, their …