Cognitive-Communication Deficits

(Attention, Memory & Executive Function Difficulties)

What it is

Impairments in communication that stem from disruptions in underlying cognitive systems—such as attention, memory, and executive functioning—frequently observed following right-hemisphere strokes, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), or progressive neurocognitive decline.

Clinical Characteristics

  • Reduced attention span during social interactions
  • Short-term memory gaps
  • Struggling to organise thoughts
  • Difficulty planning or managing everyday routines safely

What therapy can do

  • Cognitive-Linguistic Rehabilitation: Functional exercises to support attention, memory and organising thoughts during everyday communication.

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