3. Use a Pen and Paper
Depending on the cause of dysphasia, the sufferer’s ability to read and write may still be intact, although the may have trouble speaking. Some strokes can debilitate the right or left side of the body, whereas others mainly affect the language centers of the brain and a person can regain their ability to write with a pen or to type on a phone or computer.
If speaking becomes difficult and especially if there is some haste to convey information, pen and paper may be the quickest and most efficient way to communicate. It is important to allow the person to try to get the words out himself or herself, but sometimes there is a need to convey essential data quickly, so writing things down may be necessary.
When communicating with a person with dysphasia, it is a good idea always to keep a pen or pencil and paper handy.