
The speech issue, "aphasia results in 'loss of self'. The situation is exacerbated by inadequate healthcare communication strategies. Aphasia has a negative impact on relationships by denying access to support networks, which results in isolation. The individual's predicament is worsened by negative nursing responses. Positive nursing strategies, which alleviate effects of aphasia on individuals' social health, are investigated. The paper concludes by emphasizing that fundamental human needs involve social and psychological as well as physical aspects. " --Thompson, J. and M. McKeever (2014). "The impact of stroke aphasia on health and well-being and appropriate nursing interventions: an exploration using the Theory of Human Scale Development." J Clin Nurs 23(3-4): 410-420.