The Remarkable Mind of Dr Jo Scott

[@mamamillwright458]

"Yes....yeah...yes" Heartbreaking. I can't imagine being trapped without words

[@Synicizm]

Dr. Scott is a badass =). It's wonderful that she can put that brilliant brain to work again! Her son is going to be so proud, and I can tell her husband already is.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Synick!

[@jamie22cleveland]

This happened to me 7 years ago ,I didn’t come out of surgery that bad though I needed therapy for 3 years but my cerebral hemorrhage was at the back of my head affected my body worse than my mind ,god bless you !

[@rebeccahreedy5703]

It is absolutely heart breaking to see how frustrated she is at not being able to get the words from her brain out of her mouth. She is a very determined woman and her husband seems wonderfully supportive.

[@cynthiahawkins2389]

The brain is an organ. And organs, despite trauma, can be overcome. As a writer, I treasure and value my own intellectual, critical thinking abilities. Way to go, Jo..for soldiering on, and working hard to recover. Keep on pushing forward.

[@rissehx3]

While her improvement is "glacial" as her husband said, you can see the significant change from the beginning of the video to the end in terms of her ability to recall language. Slow but steady.

[@marissa6214]

I agree! She looks much happier, as well.

[@edenlin7163]

i pray that my brother will find such tenacity and determination to overcome what he s going tru now.🙏

[@blindpeopledostuff3587]

She is very resilient and has really good family support. She’s got this.

[@Andrea-su5zj]

would love to see an update on this !!! Such a wonderful family !

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Andrea!Hope you enjoyed our channel!

[@67CURTISluciene]

Jo Scott Lady Lady Lady Love you .... What an inspiration you are .........Your husband and son, your mother, your friends are SO lucky to have you in their lives ... and vice versa I am sure.

[@albussnape2]

Please do another update if possible. Please convey to Dr. Scott and her family the respect and support of so many of us who saw this story. Your channel provides education, perspective, respect for overcoming tremendous challenges. You bring folks throughout the world together in a spirit of compassion, shared experiences, and positive regard for all who do their best to become their best selves. 👍Positive Attitude 👍

[@lindsrm18]

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching and sharing Lindsay!

[@rosiewhitfield123]

Oh wow Lindsey, you've gone through hell. I hope your doing really good. Your a soldier and deserve much love. Keep looking forward ☺☺☺☺

[@shariarnold9649]

What an amazing woman! What a wonderful and supportive husband!

[@mikotosuoh6013]

what a beautifully strong woman. I suffer from much milder aphasia but I can see her struggles internally when she's trying so hard and i know she is a soldier in terms of will power! very inspiring as always!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Mikoto!

[@GabbyBeyer]

I had speech issues when I was younger, and watching her try was the same as it was for me, and I couldn’t help but empathize, she is really incredible!

[@rowdeo8968]

How incredible the entire family is!!!

[@marys2382]

My step-mom had a brain aneurysm which left her having to relearn everything from walking, talking, to speaking. That was over 30 years ago. The first 5 years were tough, but she continued to progress. We could barely understand her staggered speech. Years later she won't stop talking. Lol

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Mary!Hope you enjoyed our channel!

[@jokuihmehyyppa]

My grandpa had a stroke which impacted his speech. It's like no-one else except for my mom understood him afterwards and it made him so happy that they could continue their daily tradition of my mom calling him at 7pm. Rip grandpa 😢

[@chelleehorton739]

I really truly have to commend BOTH OF YOU for bravely stepping through the veil of the life before into that new and unknown world that is so scary and unknown and NOT what the hopes and dreams and plans you both had in your heart and lives! Its something many marriages don't make it through and to see you handle it, even for a month or two or three is amazing enough, nevermind year after year. Me and my husband have gone through our own crucible, first because of his thing and then because of mine and both held lots of loss and heartbreak and sorrow and loneliness and I just wanted you to know that there are those who really do know what these hard things are like. Its a death to the old life you loved and you have to learn to live in a way you never ever would choose....but you love oneanother and so you endure. Blessings over you and your family!!! Hugs to you both for sharing. I dearly hope that there will be technology to help operate and restore these things one day! Until then...ALL THE BEST!!!!!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Chellee and your very kind words!Hope you enjoyed our channel!

[@kyliedaley582]

I have a friend who uses a complex computer communication aid as she can't get the words out but knows exactly what and how to explain things

[@kaychaires9619]

My Brain AVM ruptured at the age of six. Was rushed to Portland, Oregon. Had a shunt placed in my skull to drain the fluid as I had gotten hydrocephalus, was medically induced into a coma for a week. Since my AVM was located in the area that controls movement, doctors said it was inoperable. Our only hope was radiation. Doctors prepared my parents for the worse. If I ever did come out of the coma, I would had major deficits. I would be in a vegetative stare, I would not be able to breathe on my own, memory loss and much more. I woke from a coma, and did recognize my family, I did beat the odds. Although after coming home, I was welcomed by people. I did not recognize anyone including my friends. I also did not know where my room was. As I turned seven I recieved radiation. At about 8 months after treatment, I slowly stated to lose mobility of the left side of my body. I would constantly stumble even when I would try my best to walk slow. My left arm would not open when I would tell it to. Soon I acquired spastic hemiplegia. Its been 12 years now since it had ruptured, and this year my recent angiogram showed that the malformation is growing back again. We are going to treat it again with radiation. The AVM has caused many health problems which includes chronic headaches and migraines, scoliosis, chronic muscle/joint pains, memory issues, lack of energy, and recently seizures. It can become very exhausting to try to maintain a body that has so many issues. This video was nice to see, more people should know about this rare disease.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you for sharing Kay! Hope you enjoyed the episode!😀

[@northline5670]

Kay Chaires ! wow, so sorry for what you had/ have to go threw. One of my loved ones have that same injury...Havn' t Woken up yet. I m so scared that he won' t remember me and not be the same or wors, cope with endring help when he always was the strong one and the helper. Do you think he can get back to the way he was? I wish you all the best and hope your pain goes away. Maby you could help others in your situation or teach their loved ones how to help...!? Thanks for sharing! 💗💗💗

[@PoeLemic]

Kay: Wish you'd make YT videos for us to see what your life is like and how you deal with it. {Made comment above -- let me copy it ...} [Wow, I like watching stories like this. It helps me deal with the difficult things that I have in my life in a more positive attitude. My Mom became paralyzed, and it's really a big change for me. So, I like seeing other families find ways to make it through tragedies.] Yeah, it's hard when our lives change. My Mom is not same person, so it's difficult because I now do everything for us. Of course, I don't mind -- love her to death. Just hate that she has to spend her life without her full capabilities.

[@kysssims8764]

wishing you a full recovery Kay..i suffered an avm Oct 2016 was completely paralyzed on my left side of my body..making progress but still have a ways to go..God is good so keep your faith and keep God first..ill be praying for you.❤

[@peekgniog8348]

Are your migraines continuous or episodic?

[@sonjam314]

You are a absolutely wonderful , brave, courageous, stunning, beautiful,amazing and determined woman. We all have so much to learn from you. I don’t know you yet I am so extremely proud of you and your fighting spirit!!!!! I am so glad you are able to slowly introduce yourself back into the work Force you love!!!!!!! God Bless you and keep up the good work!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼✝️

[@diane9247]

Best of luck to Dr. Jo! Her fierce determination is paying off, what a woman!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Diane9247, hope you enjoyed!

[@jennifer9084]

Dr. Jo is amazing. I'm sure she will only improve with her determination and patience. Incredible. Her husband is amazing for helping her along the way. Props to him. Thanks for sharing her story. This video is high quality.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Jennifer!

[@saravis56]

Amazing lady. Most don’t survive. She has thrived.

[@Barbs1991]

I've been waiting for this update for months! Warms my heart to see her do so well. I hope she will regain her normal, or as close as possible, normal voice again. I wish this amazing family all the very best ❤️❤️

[@AttitudeLive]

Glad to hear you enjoyed Barbara! Hope you stay tuned!

[@user-bw3fl7fj9w]

What an inspiration she is to overcome situations and achieve goals, especially with good care and support from those who love you!

[@trisharaichatterjee2578]

I look at this lady, and all I see is amazing determination, like this is just some things that I am at once again a state of amazement, and I feel like I always will be looking at these wonderful examples of the human race! She’s got a lot on her plate but she’s not going to let that stop her being a mom and I couldn’t think of a better episode to watch on Mother’s Day to further emphasize the true meaning of a mother’s love. If my own mom wasn’t washing and old Bollywood movie on the tablet in in the master bedroom, having a chat with my dad, I would have just walked in, and given her one of the tightest hugs I could give her. This woman is also powerful in her own words. Those are such words that do not need to be spoken her presence alone! That grit and determination, that spirit they cannot be captured is powerful than any word that can be spoken. And to that I also say hats off to her. She, too, is a brilliant example of what a woman is capable of doing!

[@joanawass4496]

watch this today in school MIT as part of our disabilities topic,I have to hide my tears watching it.sad but great husband n team working together for Jo's improvement :)

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Jowana!Hope you enjoyed our channel!

[@joanawass4496]

I did thanks a million 😍😍

[@Estrellita41511]

I suffered from AVM too and it ruptured as well back in 2015... its rare and sometimes the affect for everyone after the rupture is different..for me it causes me to lose 50% of my vision and I had to learn how to walk again.. when i first went to the ER they sent me home with pain medication and nausea medication... I could have died for the lack of care at that hospital... I went back again and my mom told them she would not leave if they didnt run tests on me... and so eventually they did after what felt like hours.. time is very important when a rupture happens like this I could have lost my life

[@PoeLemic]

Wow, I like watching stories like this. It helps me deal with the difficult things that I have in my life in a more positive attitude. My Mom became paralyzed, and it's really a big change for me. So, I like seeing other families find ways to make it through tragedies.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you for watching Poe Lemic

[@sugarbaby1954]

God bless you and your family, you have such courage. I will pray you heal completely You have a wonderful family. Thank you for sharing something so personal, painful, and emotionally difficult. God bless you keep you and your family safe and. well. 💖🙏🙋‍♀️

[@sandrabentley1420]

Wonderful woman! So impressed. She'll do it!

[@drumla2000]

What an incredible woman and her hubby to... with her courage and determination.... I truly believe she will accomplish all her goals and dreams.... Canada has you in our hearts...

[@theinnerbeautyk1636]

JO YOU ARE A VERY BEAUTIFULL HUMAN BEING, stay strong you are wonderfull

[@lookitup7246]

What a moving documentary. She is lucky to be able to be surrounded by such understanding, patient and loving people. I wish them all much success and love in the future

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for the kind words Look It Up, your support is much appreciated 😊

[@aminor22688]

What an incredible human being to not hide and disappear with so much difficulty facing her. She is so strong. Something we could all watch and live by. That takes a lot of courage and strength to power on like that!

[@lovingmayberry2000]

What a great family. So happy she is improving. 💙

[@angelikabertrand4045]

What an amazing husband she has. So so lucky. May God Bless him and this family.....

[@kysssims8764]

God bless Dr Scott..i am a survivor of a hemorrhagic stroke as well..a week after giving birth to my beautiful baby..Thank God it did not affect my speech but i was completely paralyzed on my left side of my body..i am still recovering I am now able to walk w assistance with a cane..but it definitely has been a struggle..keep fighting Dr Scott..keeping you in my prayers 🙏❤

[@AttitudeLive]

Best of luck Kyss Sims thank you for watching

[@kysssims8764]

thank you..keep up the great work..love your videos!!

[@rafiqkatana]

Jo is amazing. You give me hope with your strength.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Katan!Hope you enjoyed our channel!

[@susanwarner8901]

Keep going Dr Jo, you are a shining star!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Susan, hope you enjoyed!

[@TuckerSP2011]

Great story of courage, love and determination!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you!

[@pshepard6048]

Great story! She is Amazing! My mom had a stroke & lost her speech, I remember how hard it was to understand her. How she tried to be understood and her frustration. I'd love to hear how life is going for her. Aloha.

[@susansollee1839]

Dr Jo You are amazing! You’ve made soo much progress. You should be proud of yourself! Just stay strong! You will accomplish Your goals👍🏻👏🏻💪🏻🤗💕💕💕💕💕

[@ISeekSilence]

I just read about the part of her brain that must have been affected. Paul Kalantithi mentions it in his book when air becomes breath. He described a patient that could understand everything but only answer and emote in numbers. She is a fighter. All that frustration she must go through. Maybe she fears that her intelligence is something that will be overlooked now. But I hope people realize that it is still very much intact. What she is doing and capable of is unbelievable.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching GoldenLipstick!Hope you enjoyed our channel!

[@avokiabanele]

GoldenLipstick i

[@bellakatherman1477]

When i was in high school i started having these weird episodes where i passed out a couple of times and for a little while i could think of the words to say but i couldn’t get them out. it was the weirdest feeling and i still to this day have no idea what it was. it hasn’t happened in a very long time, but i had just gone through some very big life changes at the time and i feel as though that was my body/ brain’s way of dealing with it. Bless her. she’s a walking miracle. i didn’t think people could survive these kinds of events.

[@sarahh66]

Yes! Good for you, Dr. Scott. So glad to see you doing so well here.

[@dutchmx6]

when I saw the first video on Jo, I was mainly just thinkin about her simularities with my mum who also had a brain bleed (and sadly passed after her second one). Now I am honestly so happy to see she has a job! good job Dr Jo Scott, you are a remarkable woman that everyone can look up to!

[@emilyc8958]

How horrifying to have a clear thinking mind but no way to communicate

[@justinpullin6369]

Scott brown

[@izzy.5453]

What about writing ? Sign language?

[@daniabadeister1526]

@@izzy.5453 When the issue is at the semantic level, both oral and written languages are affected. Sign language would be affected as well, plus there would be the strain of learning another language for the whole family.

[@user-bw3fl7fj9w]

Sadly, this is often an early symptom of Alzheimer in older people.

[@albundy9597]

Prof HAWKINS HAD A COMPUTER FOR THAT

[@arkangel62]

Till this day from my brain injury, I have lost all that I know/knew in the past. I used to be a paramedic/firefighter. It's all gone now and I'm trying to pick up the pieces.

[@sophiamac9100]

God bless you brother/sister! You sound like a very strong person, hang in there!

[@rosiewhitfield123]

Oh no good to hear of this. I I pray that you can get through the obstacles you have in front of you. Believe you can do it, because strength from within and miracles do happen when you least expect them to. I'm still alive today because it hasn't been my time to go or it hasn't been your time to go. You can get through this. Hard times, sickness and awful injuries are a test of who we are as a human being. Stay strong 💙💪

[@AbigailBGnath]

Thank you so much for the follow up to the original. Dr. Scott is amazing and inspirational!💜

[@TaylorTiree]

Wow! She got back to work. That’s amazing!

[@julieannemichelle]

What a remarkable lady and a very supportive hubby!!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching !Hope you enjoyed our channel and keep coming back! 😀

[@Bluyless]

I would love to see an update. May all your wishes and dreams come true, Dr Scott. I'm right there with Mr Brit, I would also be afraid to put myself out there fearing what people would think. But you push yourself to reach yet another amazing goal. Your bravery and determination amaze and inspire me to fight for my own dreams.

[@gabeangel8104]

It really struck me when she said speech/words = power. I have intermittent muteness due to disability and sometimes communicate with an assisted communication app on my iPad. When trying to join in a conversation with more than one person where I can't type fast enough to keep up with the conversation or when trying to communicate with someone who is not patient enough to wait for me to type or who cannot understand the computer generated voice on my iPad, then I feel helpless and like my power and even part of my personhood is taken away from me. I live with frustration a lot but Still, I know I don't experience the extent of frustration that this lady must feel. It's wonderful to see her gradual improvement and I imagine how much she must have to put into achieving it

[@AttitudeLive]

Hi Gabe, thanks so much for sharing your story with us, we're glad to see this video is reaching the people that can relate to it, we hope it inspired you. (I like the username btw)

[@nerysghemor5781]

Gabe Angel That is really shitty that people would be so bloody impatient. What people have to say is of critical importance and not waiting for you is truly insulting.

[@annsnan]

What a nightmare for you Jo to struggle with your speech when you know what you want to say. You are amazing ...so inspirational

[@gabbyhanlon6120]

what an incredible woman. She is still far more intelligent that I could ever dream to be!!!

[@coribailey5338]

Bless them. I can’t imagine what she is going through. It must feel like being trapped in your own head somewhat. Good on her husband for standing strong by her & for praising her for her strength. That is SO important I’m sure. Ugh this breaks my heart I just wish the best for them & for her to keep progressing & being able to communicate how she needs to ♥️ ♥️

[@Tionois]

Much respect to anyone recovering from brain damage. Especially the initial phase requires so much patience. Forming new synapses is hard and takes so much time... and just moving your hand drains all your mental energy before it becomes automatic again. I'm happy to see she was partially able to come back to her old job. And most important, bond with her son.

[@samanthajackson5695]

What an amazing lady she is and so strong mentally to keep going and not been scared ov anything,And such an amazing husband too what's stuck by her and kept his little family strong and together,I wish them many years iv happiness together ❤️💙💙

[@monkmell]

I want to hold her in my arms, telling her that everything is going to be ok, because I really believe it is! Just nobody give up on her, including you, yourself Jo. The improvement in your general demina and speech is SO evident in this video! You go Jo! xxx

[@SundayBoy72]

Thank you for sharing, Dr Jo. You are good inspiration. God bless you! Hugs.

[@mp-lz4he]

made me want to cry.. all the best to Jo and her family

[@GreenAndTheToe]

The progress she made during this video was amazing!

[@rebeccamccready1135]

keep on doing this amazing story's about people I love watching these kinds of videos 😀

[@nomam7358]

She is so beautiful also n beautiful family. God bless them 🙏🏽😊

[@naomibeery478]

there is a purpose in everything. So glad the husband didnt run but got something out of the situation....humbling

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Naomi!

[@naomibeery478]

Rick Smith Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ and the holy spirit...yes I believe in god.

[@naomibeery478]

Rick Smith well I got dumped by someone 6 monthes ago but he was just being insecure, childish and prideful. Today people dont know the meaning of commitment but sickness is everywhere. My name ehould of gave it away, its from the bible.

[@sherleanmakuakane195]

What a courageous woman.

[@balluna1453]

What a woman!, a superwoman!, she scares me!, wish I had a modicum of the energy and determination she has.

[@willemh3319]

my god i am so lucky my avm happened on my right hand side so only my left side ain't working but have hemianopsy and still can speak jo you great

[@jojopply]

She's such a strong person, a wonderful mother and wife. I'm so proud of her and so happy to see her being able to spend time at work and with Conner more. I can see the immense progress she has made thus far and she looks much happier. I know she will continue to improve with each day, she is so amazing and persistent :)

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you for your kinds words Joanna! Hope you enjoyed the episode!

[@hannahgoodwin86]

She's an inspiration!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Hannah!

[@ronalddonner3396]

What a warrior! I think I would have tapped out long time ago.

[@katrinashostakovich3607]

Also, Dr. Scott is left handed - a true genius.

[@therealbajan522]

I think she can beat this.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching TheRealBajan 😊

[@prisvis3163]

Strong strong woman!

[@northline5670]

What an amazing charming woman and husband ❣and cute child❣unfair that helthy people with evrything going for them can suddenly get something like this..I wish her family all the best ! They are so amazing! 😍😍😍Thanks for sharing this video ❤💗❤❣

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching NORTH Line 😊

[@LusaïlToDoha]

Yes yes yes i knew it she would be back at work, so happy it gonna be better and better , this woman will be on ted ex good dr jo scott !!!! Woaw when did Connor grow up?!!!

[@thewayofyeshua9384]

Amazing and beautifully hopeful, thank you 😍💞🙌

[@justicewillprevail1106]

She seems like such a classy lady...

[@marissa6214]

I just love this story! I remember watching this from the first upload (basically the first 3/4 of this video) and I cannot wait to see where Jo and her family go from here. I can TOTALLY see improvement from the start of the video to the end and I am rooting for her 100%! Edit: I posted my comment once the "later" half of the video began, but before I had seen the clip where she goes back to work.... YAY! So happy for her!! She should start a blog or something to share her progress :)

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Marissa! Hope you stay tuned!

[@nomam7358]

Im Happy she is trying n the bby gets 2 hear her voice ☺️

[@terrigarcia1958]

I was born Terri Birt I wonder if we are related . my family was originally from England. your wife is amazing

[@raulaleman2277]

great video, great story, thank you for making this, please continue the work.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you for your kind words Raul! I will pass this message on to the team!

[@trisharaichatterjee2578]

It’s been sometime since I’ve seen this particular episode. I think part of it is because I had some friends who had speech impairment as Joe did. So I don’t exactly remember how she obtained hers I want to know how apraxia works so as soon as I did a search, it came up on this video, and I watch the entire thing. Then, years later, quite a few years later, my Nan had a stroke, a small one, but a lot of the symptoms she says. Is somewhat similar to what my Nan is dealing with! Not this severe, but give me an idea as to what to expect when my Nan had a stroke, washing it with the experience of having to not only see my Nan, but before that. In between the publication of this video and my not having a stroke around Christmas time of 2022, my dad‘s younger brothers mother-in-law I had a stroke, and this was very much the case for her and still is the case for her to this day so when I watch the video right now, all I can say is hats off to her husband! I hope that I can find myself a husband as honorable and as dedicated as he is. I also want to say that if it wasn’t a literal whole oceans separating us, and if I lived in New Zealand, I would’ve popped over to Joe’s place to tell her that she isn’t alone no really helped me understand a lot and I can’t say thank you enough.

[@markteslin5654]

had a brain bleed this year, too. It is hard, but I'm already back to work. the loosing motor functions are really hard to deal with, was an athlete and very active person before.

[@catherined6960]

Such an amazing woman, so incredibly strong and determined! Your speech has come such a long way. I wonder if you have used a voice-output augmentative alternative communication (AAC) device? For example, here in the States we have Tobii/ Dynavox and Prentke- Romich, both companies with great options for individuals with difficulty speaking clearly or for lengths of time.

[@marywilson641]

What an amazing lady

[@nomam7358]

I hope she helps others

[@njsmkmmsthatsit3518]

This same thing killed my great grandmother and almost killed my grandmother. Years later after having my second and last son, I learned that we have a genetic disorder that produces faulty connective tissue (Collagen) in the whole body. It causes so many different issues. My youngest son has suffered so much in his life because of this disorder as have I, and not many Dr's have a clue what it is. It's called Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. There are many different types.

[@janek4772]

She's amazing and I wish her and her family all the best, but may I suggest learning sign language? I know it's not perfect but it does help a lot of people.

[@nischalganatra7921]

You are an inspiration ma'am!!

[@stelltoots]

You are an amazing family. The love you share shines. Thank you for caring enough to share your story with us. You are all brave and fearless! I will carry your story with me!

[@jeanniecampbell1374]

Amazing family .

[@moniqueh7948]

Is this a repeat or does it give us an update at the end? I remember watching this months ago. Is anything new added at the end?

[@kiwigirljacks]

It's updated at the end..starts around 21:20

[@AttitudeLive]

Hi Modyssey, this is an update on Jo and her family. It was highly requested by our fans! :)

[@moniqueh7948]

Thanks!

[@debrahjohnson5297]

God bless her wonderful Husband for STAYING, when many a man would've run for the hills!

[@nomam7358]

I feel sad for her. Bby boy wl understand ❤️

[@njsmkmmsthatsit3518]

Can't keep a good woman down. I have so much respect for Joe.

[@wendypetersen7529]

No is iancredible, and her his hands wonderful.

[@MatthewC33199]

Terry Jones has a form of this too I think. It must be so horrible to go through this.

[@janetdepiazzi1833]

There are lots of options for augmentative and alternative communication strategies used to assist children and young people who have communication issues due to disabilities such as ASD or cerebral palsy. I wonder if any of these strategies and devices could help?

[@Julia-en5ys]

A lot of people with severe CP use speaking devices e.g. a programm on a tablet, could she use that? I'm not an expert, just curious❣️

[@nerysghemor5781]

J 23 In another comment, it mentions that what was affected in her was not just the physical aspect of speaking but also expressive aphasia, which affects language generation itself. In contrast, the people you are talking about with CP merely have a physical impediment to their speech but all of the expressive capability to GENERATE language is there, unaffected.

[@Julia-en5ys]

@@nerysghemor5781 okey, thank you for your answer😊

[@0777sadie]

Why not trying sign language? Might be a silly question, but ASL seems like it would help her frustration to Not be able to communicate.

[@leonbirt]

There is always a lot of speculation about sign language. There have been a number of reasons for it not to be a viable option sadly. Signs and symbols seem to run through the same part of the brain as other language- an example of this was when Jo was in rehab early on and wanted her glasses from a table with about 15 things on it. Most people would have been able to make a sign for glasses, but she couldn't. She is also so determined to speak fully again that she feels like any other option would slow her down. Learning a sign language would take a long time and a lot of energy which she prefers to use on speech. It occasionally frustrates me too that she focuses on the ideal not the practical, but that's her :)