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The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted individuals with aphasia (PWA), causing communication disruptions and worsening psychosocial well-being. Further research is crucial for improving aphasia care and rehabilitation strategies.

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  • Neurology
  • Linguistics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Aphasia is an acquired neurological language disorder resulting from brain damage.
  • Persons with aphasia (PWA) face communication and cognitive challenges, increasing vulnerability to emotional and behavioral issues.
  • The specific impact of COVID-19 on PWA remains largely under-explored.

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  • To highlight the neurological and behavioral consequences of COVID-19 in PWA.
  • To identify gaps in knowledge and suggest future research directions for aphasia care.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent reports and evidence.
  • Analysis of neurological and dysexecutive syndromes in acute COVID-19 patients.
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    • Access to adequate aphasia services was challenging for PWA during the pandemic.
    • Acute and chronic PWA were disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

    Conclusions:

    • Managing COVID-19-related issues in PWA requires specialized approaches.
    • There is an urgent need for more research to enhance evidence-based care and rehabilitation for aphasia.
    • Prioritizing strategies to improve care for PWA is essential as the pandemic evolves.