Expressive dysplasia

Just a quick up date about my partners aphasia.

He has done this since before his stroke.

But yesterday he said the alphabet up to h :grinning_face: with out getting letters mixed up and then he did after that.

Also he counted to 10.

I think thats really positive progress

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That is definitely great progress. Fantastic to hear he is making progress.

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He gets mixed up passed that. But id say hes definitely trying to do it

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Well done him! Every little step leads to more. Do you keep a diary of the little steps he makes?

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I havent really. But I tell him all the time the progress he makes

Every time he tries helps him get it all back. He’s doing great, it’ll come.

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Definitely I believe that too.

He just came out with it. I was shocked.

I was out yesterday with the boy so he must of been practising

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Terrific, his brain is getting more and more stimulated, and I hope he is enjoying it because it is something to be pleased about, the brain needs those reward signals just like a pet responds to treats. I think this is fabulous progress.

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Thank you so much.

It was 10 months yesterday since his ischemic stroke.

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Slow and steady wins the race. That’s great news. New neurones in his brain are triggering and making connections again. It will happen with patience and time. This is a definite positive to be proud of. Long may this improvement continue :crossed_fingers:

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Thank you soo much. Definitely proud of him

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Excellent progress. Keep going.

I’m a member of Aphasia Reconnect (even though I don’t have Aphasia - long story).

They have many online groups. A great charity and you can attend what you like.

Let me know if you need more info.

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He doesnt want to attend any groups. :disappointed_face:

No problem. Understood.

Such a nice post to read Claire.

I echo all that has been said and wish you and your husband continued success.
I like the fact that he practices when you are out - this suggests strength of character and various other positive vibes for which right now I am struggling to come up with correct descriptors, but I feel sure you know what I am takking about.

When a milestone has been reached like this, I think you should celebrate it or enjoy the moment with your husband (and family if you have children - sorry I can’t remember if you have mentioned this). Celebrating in this way is a booster and it helps prepare for the next milestone.

As @jenny-wren suggests, a diary would be a great way to record the milestones and you can look back on how you have progressed over time.

Also, when you get [minor] setbacks or reach plateaus you can review the journey and remind yourselves how well you have done.

Wishing you continued success :slight_smile:

:pray: