Update: Sarah Scott teenage stroke, Broca's Aphasia.

[@kathieleckenby]

My daughter was born with damage to Broca's area. We were told she would never talk but she started at 4 years old (after countless hours of therapy). She is nearly 21 now and never shuts up! Hang in there, the brain has an amazing ability to rewire itself.....your courage is inspirational.

[@Skatejock21]

The blessing is that she was young, when it was filmed. If she was an adult, the brain isn't as quick to rewire.

[@j5892000]

Its different when you are young. If it happens when older .. its complete shit

[@jamesssss621]

10 years agoooo. How is she doing?

[@SEATACx]

Never ceases to amaze me how fast people want to jump on the negative. This is a sweet story and hope she's still doing well.

[@leeartlee915]

The brain is really a mysterious thing.

[@EllaMayHoughton]

It's so easy to read about this stuff in textbooks and forget the impact it can have on real people. You're doing brilliantly Sarah!

[@n_92alharbi71]

Most real comment on KZbin

[@SarahScottAphasia]

Nobody can really predict recovery from a stroke - but she is still improving!

[@TheWhitefisher]

Nice to see this!

[@medicalchalupa9928]

Any clue how she’s doing today?

[@andrewohare3872]

I'd also like to know how she's going.

[@SarahScottAphasia]

@@andrewohare3872 there are some more recent videos on our channel, Sarah is doing well.

[@4Mikes4Mindset4]

@@SarahScottAphasia I was just going to ask as well. The algorithm brought us together. MeAnt to be. God Bless you All

[@SarahScottAphasia]

Aphasia DOES NOT affect intelligence. It's important to know that, some people assume it does.

[@Q_QQ_Q]

can she write without any problem ?

[@SarahScottAphasia]

@@Q_QQ_Q she can write but forming sentences is hard

[@SarahScottAphasia]

@@mchorchos aphasia affects communication so someone can be highly intelligent but unable to put their thoughts into words. Sarah is now working as a cancer treatment scientist, a role that requires a high degree of intelligence.

[@Q_QQ_Q]

@@SarahScottAphasia thanks for replying after so long . FOrgive my ignorance but i wanted to ask if problem is when forming sentences while writing or forming sentences while speaking ? Thanks . I hope she gets well .

[@SarahScottAphasia]

@@Q_QQ_Q sorry for the delay in replying! For Sarah it's harder when writing sentences as the little words like in, of, to, are quite abstract and hard to get right. Her speech flows well now, but although a lot of people with aphasia have problems with the little words, aphasia can vary a lot from person to person. Hope that helps.

[@uncletomscabin2073]

My daughter had a stroke in 2017 at the age of 8 and is now 14. She is doing good but has left side arm and hand problems, a slight limp and still suffers from fatigue. You guy's sound really positive and determined. Stay strong and keep pushing forward. Best wishes from Australia.

[@thisandmatt87]

every times Sarah smiles kinda gives me the chills. It's just amazing to me how she shows a spark of deep determination in each one of her marvellous smiles. To me it looks like she hasn't let the disease bring her down, and that is a sign of great strenght. She is beautiful in every way I can imagine. I really wish you a full recovery and a great life Sarah. You deserve it. Med student from Italy

[@Dingbobber]

Damn bro you’re down bad

[@kekedawson4415]

@@Dingbobber this isn’t down bad he’s just being a nice person 💀 he’s not even being sexual

[@Halo_Legend]

@@Dingbobber "down bad" what the f is that even supposed to mean? Will you explain it to us, you idiom and slang overreliant English speaker, hm? Remember, the dude said he was Italian, and I'm no English native either.

[@yeahitsmikki5931]

Heard about Sarah in our Linguistics class at University. It's amazing that she has come so far and is unknowling making such a large influence on the wider world. All the best, you can do it, Sarah!

[@imdoneplus]

My girlfriend also had a stroke as a teenager and it’s helpful to see other young people living productive lives with aphasia. Thank you for your bravery in sharing your progress!

[@DutchGuyMike]

What kind of stroke did she have, did she recover well or learned to adapt?

[@JoeSkutnik]

I just want to hug her.

[@duqan9060]

Mhhhmm. Sureeee.

[@jammmy_dior5021]

She is really cute I love how she is moving her eyes all the time

[@Unpleasantsun]

I thought exactly the samee

[@oiuyuioiuyuio]

fuck off creep

[@JoeSkutnik]

Hello Everyone that’s really why your parents told you when you’d ask for a hug growing up? 😅

[@thomas484]

A beautiful young woman with a beautiful soul, I wish her all the best. I'm glad to see her progress over the past decade, overcoming her difficulties and leading a happy life.

[@VT-tz5bm]

She’s so beautiful, I hope she’s doing well now days❤️

[@RockyVitali]

Great progress! I don't know you but these videos are incredibly inspirational to me and for my my aunt who recently had a stroke. Your courage and positive attitude set an excellent example for others. Keep it up!

[@SarahScottAphasia]

Thank you Vincent and best wishes to your aunt for a good recovery :)

[@ItziaC]

My goodness, you are improving so much, Sarah! I am studying linguistics and have a final today with a part on Broca's Aphasia. Thank you for your example and will to keep fighting. God bless you a lot and greetings from Florida!

[@davenc8527]

Our adopted daughter who is seven years old has Aphasia. Videos like this are so great to see. You're awesome, Sarah!

[@SarahScottAphasia]

Thank you! Good luck to your lovely daughter and your family :)

[@kevina5760]

Im so glad to see this video! she's made amazing progress !! Be strong Mss. Scott you're doing amazing! -DR.Kevin

[@SarahScottAphasia]

Thank you Dr Kevin :)

[@jezwc]

Gosh these videos have been an eye opener for me. Life is short and can get tough or end at any time. It's so important to cherish every day, cherish what you have, and treat everyone with kindness

[@jesseparrish1993]

Now that the algorithm brings us here, I hope you're progressing well! May those thoughts fly forth as freely as mine ought not to.

[@tasnimabakari2865]

I came here after learning about Broca's aphasia for the first time in my A&P class! Sarah is super strong and inspirational :))

[@SarahScottAphasia]

Thank you! Good luck with your studies.

[@isaacbarron2688]

Hey man, I'm curious how this came up in your A&P classes. What's the story?

[@829javier]

Another Med student here. Thanks Sarah for sharing your inspirational story & being the best learning experience for me! Lectures & teacher presentations can only teach a certain amount, & so you're a great help!!! I'm extremely glad to see you're improving. Love your positive attitude & strong will! Very evident in this particular video. I'm looking forward to your next one!!!

[@disregardingsanity7005]

Thank you so much for posting! Considering how fragile the brain is, and what a stroke can do; to be able to see Sarah's continued recovery is inspiring! A close friend of mind suffered from a stroke more than a decade ago. Working with her, not only to regain physical and cognitive function, but to help her understand that the intense and often unpredictable frustration she experiences has been a challenge. But seeing her recovery has made the time and effort worth it! Well done Sarah, you're an inspiration and should be very proud of how well you're doing!

[@7starmantis]

Found your videos researching for medical school. What a great and likable attitude Sarah has! What an optimistic and positive person, obviously her personality before the stroke, but great that she hasn't let it change anything. You guys seem to have a great and supportive relationship. Keep up the work Sarah. I would love to see more videos if you guys make them.

[@blazednlovinit]

She's 32 now, I hope she's recovered well and seized life.

[@guchy2ndfloor]

You are one incredibly brave and strong young woman. My heart goes out to you, great to see your progress. Keep it up. :)

[@MrMrssimmons1124]

My dear, I made a career change to become a Speech Pathologist 10 years ago after my former husband suffered a stroke. An extremely difficult challenge to lose the ability to communicate well when you have had it all your life! My heart & prayers go out to you! This is why I absolutely Love what I do, to be able to bless others like you! Funny thing is, I'm always the one feeling like my clients bless & help me more. Stay positive! You are doing marvelous! Thanks for sharing!!!!!

[@xprettyreckless]

I've just come across this video and I am somehow really touched. I am only eighteen years old myself and I can't even imagine how brave and strong Sarah must have been throughout these past months. Her progress is so impressive too! I wish her all the best!!

[@whddhkslnz]

Just makes me so warm and fuzzy inside looking at how smiley you are. Nothing can take that away from you. Keep up the great work!

[@aaroncromwell]

I know this must be a daily struggle for this young woman, but I'm fascinated and warmed by this series of videos. It's so cool to see the progress. Even in this video, fairly early in the recovery, her determination and focus do not overshadow her affability and acceptance. I'm grateful for tripping on this part of KZbin :)

[@beccnaaar]

I'm now at uni doing my speech therapy course and, having looked at these videos last year, I have come back to them and they are great for helping me revise speech disorders! And I was so glad to see more videos and to see your progress, well done! :)

[@DontfeartheDentist]

Sarah, you are very brave for sharing your struggles and accomplishments with so many. Your videos have been very helpful in adding a sense of relevance and a "real" feel to my neuroscience class. You are an inspirational person, and an absolutely charming cutie! Best wishes from across the pond!

[@chief536]

Sarah is an absolute legend. Keep up the great work, your beautiful spirit will overcome any obstacles in your way.

[@nyczumazooma]

Hi Sarah, I'm a nursing student, and hav followed your progression for 2 years. You are so strong and have made such a remarkable recovery. Good on you! Keep up the great work (ad hard work) and G*d bless! Mike - Miami

[@macac013]

Thank you so much for posting these videos. It is very generous of you to share your experiences with the world. I can't begin to imagine how frustrating it may be at times, but she is making remarkable progress. Thank you again.

[@TLCMQN]

You are an inspiration to all of us. I created a youtube account just so I can post a comment on your video. I've been sharing your video with other medical students. I will keep you in my prayers. From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you for your video. I hope to see an update soon. Thank you.

[@rockycycle2682]

She's doing so much better. Congratulations to her and kudos for staying positive.

[@SamPlaysBass49]

You are a gorgeous young lady and inspiring to anyone who has ever faced difficulties of a physical or psychological nature. Good luck in your continued recovery.

[@AuggieX1]

Sarah, You are am true inspiration to all. Keep up the excellent progress. You surely have a fan base supporting you and your progress. Keep it up!!! Thank you for posting this second video.

[@heretaunga]

Wow, you're doing so well Sarah! The difference in the two videos is amazing. Your speech is so fluent in so much of this video. Shame about the dog! I hope everything is going well and you're sharing that beautiful smile of yours with everyone.

[@jagsonjamie]

Wow... I'm a 20 year old guy from Australia, I studied linguistics for a year and loved it, we did a whole heap of case studies about different kinds of aphasia and they always sucked me in and made me want to talk to the people and help them. So amazing to be able to follow you and know about your case. I feel so insanely bad for you, you're my age exactly and I wish I could meet you and help. Just know my thoughts are with you two. Keep it up, Sarah. PS I love riding.

[@ekilgor1]

Your videos are so wonderful and have really touched my heart. I am currently an aspiring speech language pathologist and am only about two years older than you. Your experience has opened my eyes to the different situations that I will encounter in my future career, and essentially added to my curiosity of aphasia. You are one strong individual; I don’t know that I would be able to handle the situation as you have. I look forward to seeing more of your posts. Good luck!

[@jontibloom6125]

She has made incredible progress from the last interview only a few months previously. Let's hope she has continued to improve over the intervening years

[@adamcj5]

I'm in medical school and doubting why I should be studying. Your story and video helps me remember the reality that patient's like you deal with daily. Thanks so much for sharing. Chris in Michigan, USA

[@lozenger69]

You're hair is looking fab! Just been watching the two videos, you've made incredible progress in last 9 months, keep going! Good luck with it and please keep posting these videos to let us know how you continue to improve xx

[@BeccyD]

I´m studying in my first year speechtherapie in Netherland. We talking en leraning about Aphasia one course. I have a imaginary case with a young woman as Sarah is to work with. Your videos helped me so much to understand my case. I think Sarah´s progress is really great. It´s pure motivation to finish my study as soon as I can to help people like Sarah. Best wishes much motivation back from me. Keep on working, you are great!!!

[@mauerbluemchen0]

Hi Sarah from another Sarah, roughly the same age and studying speech-language pathology in Australia! I was really touched by your videos and your spirit; I found myself nodding, laughing (and crying a bit; typical me!) and talking at my computer screen throughout - you seem like such a lovely person. Keep up the fantastic work and the therapy because you WILL continue to improve - and be sure to keep us posted! xoxo

[@stephensweeney1593]

Thank you so much for sharing! This was a great example to aid a medical student with studying. Congratulations on your recovery! You are a warrior!

[@greasyclean]

I just came across your videos today after learning about Broca's Aphasia in psychology class and I have to say, based on your video from 7 months back it looks like you have made great progress! Your sentences are longer and more complete, and you seem to be in higher spirits. I can't wait to see how you've progressed in your next update! Best wishes from Canada P.s. You're very beautiful :]

[@links0311]

My story is similar to wolf's. I'm a second year medical student in West Virginia, USA. We also work on a case by case system and our last one involved a patient with Broca's aphasia. Your videos were better than any textbook we could find. The improvement from the first video to the second was awesome to see. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@charitymp]

Fantastic progress! Excellent work, Sarah. I love that you're so positive and radiant.

[@Lakesdave]

What a clever. Beautiful. Bright young girl. Sounds like her support is immense. ❤️

[@nicozenger]

It's so important for people to see this! Helps people understand stroke better!

[@evelynlynch1]

What amazing progress in such a short time. Really well done Sarah, keep up the hard work.

[@robertcramb4654]

What an amazing, remarkable, inspirational young lady you are. Keep up the good work

[@chris99171]

So inspirational, and thank you for sharing your experience openly. Sarah you are so strong!

[@tkyleDO]

I am a first year medical student in the U.S. and I have learned a lot from viewing your videos Sarah. I know myself and many others are inspired by your case and I encourage you to keep working hard. You have inspired some creative ideas of my own, and I know this holds true for many other intelligent individuals that are watching. Keep it up and thank you for sharing your story with us.

[@Badgerman5]

That's a remarkable all-round improvement from the last video. Congratulations on your progress and good luck in future.

[@Perrin6688]

Hello. I am an american medical student who happened upon Sarah's videos today. We are studying neuro anatomy and different forms of aphasia were mentioned in lecture, spurring my interest in better understanding how people work through it's challenges. I just wanted to thank you for opening your life and home to the rest of us. Sarah has made amazing progress and should be very proud. My wife and I send our prayers/best wishes to Sarah and her family. Keep up the great work!

[@Sledgerick]

I'm a 3rd year medical student that came across your videos while studying. I was amazed at Sarah's progress and just the obvious work, effort, commitment, and support of your family. Thanks for being brave enough to share your story and to educate us. And I'm sure it's already been said, but you're very beautiful Sarah

[@docjatttu]

Thank you Ms. Scott for bravely making these videos. i have used your case in numerous presentations in my study group at Texas Tech Medical School. Im so glad to see you have had some return of function! Keep up the hard work! Hope you are well.

[@maynardjlotska]

@SymphUK that is very interesting about her dreams. It does sound incredibly frustrating. I wish Sarah all the best with her recovery.

[@GeorginaGaray5]

i can see how this can be very frustrating. I see how you want to continue to improve and we have all seen it... your doing great!

[@lufcbeatmanu1nill]

thank you so much for uploading these videos you brave girl! I'm a med student and this is incredibly helpful. keep going you've made so much progress!

[@jojones8596]

Thank you, Sarah! You have taught me so much.

[@principesa23]

sarah, we are watching your videos for our speech language pathology program. thank you for sharing with all of us. you are improving well and it looks like you've found some compensatory strategies that have helped quite a bit. best wishes.

[@RagingRatMax]

Such a beautiful soul, I wish nothing but the best for this girl💕

[@benjaminredbull21]

Speech works by information coming into our ear that reaches the Wernicke’s area for comprehension and syntax of speech first. After this, the information is sent to Broca’s area for understanding and the production of speech second. Then the Broca’s area works with Wernicke’s area for comprehension. Once the speech is understood, Wernicke’s area sends information to PTO Junction area of the brain that is responsible for handling our word bank or lexicon third. PTO junction then sends the speech back to Broca’s area fourth and sends the words to Wernicke’s area fifth in organizing the speech for vocal processing to take place. Speaking is a complicated process.

[@albertoizquierdo5451]

Really interesting, our brain is so complex

[@marcelloafricano]

Benamight Redbulla I'm happy that she has Broca's aphasia and not Wernicke's aphasia. She's making so much progress!

[@discordant8543]

Benamight Redbulla In addition, slow damage to Broca's area has been seen to mostly mitigated, plasticity allows other parts of the brain to take up those functions.

[@cynhtwe]

thank you for posting this video! you are clearly a tough, tough girl, sarah! i'm a high school biology teacher and i stumbled upon your videos and i have been showing them to my students as we study about the brain. you are an inspiration. keep up your hard work and positive attitude! good luck in everything!

[@18slj]

Thank you for posting these videos! What an inspiration, congratulations on making so much progress since the first video. I am a Medical Student and this has made me appreciate how difficult it must be for you...thank you!

[@lousyacrobat]

keep getting better!

[@barkulator]

Thanks! That is a very brave and generous thing to put up this vid. Very rare, indeed.

[@andrewrich4046]

Just watched your latest video . Brilliant how far you have come . All the best in all you do , keep safe and well🌹

[@SarahScottAphasia]

Thank you!

[@DAZ099]

Hi Sarah, you are such a brave young lady and an inspiration to us all. I wish you all the success and hope all your dreams come true.

[@alphabeyta]

So unfortunate and sad...she seems like such a kind genuine soul.

[@Dobro5]

Hi! I'm also an medical student from Austria and at the moment i learn about Aphasia. Reading in my books did not give me any glue what aphasia ment to be. As Sarah is as old as i am it really touched me in a positiv way, seeing her fighting such a difficult fight very optimistic. I think when you look at her you can see how smart she is and i am confinced that she will work hard to get back to a certain level of fluent speach. Thank you for the courage to share this video, it helped me alot!

[@johnkidd797]

This just goes to show that not all disabilities are visible. I watched the last video and I would say Sarah has come out greatly since then. Her positivity is amazing. As for university, it's no the be all and end all that people tend to think. I've known lot's of people who have spent time at Uni, got their degrees and have never worked in that field. I wish Sarah all the best with her continued journey.👍

[@RyeDenHer]

She is doing great. Could never imagine going through what she is going through. Keep up the great progress. And never give up.

[@TheNikif]

Well done Sarah & Joanie. Lovely to see the progress and to know how Sarah helped to plan this. Well done both of you! Niki

[@paulinaicd]

Thanks so much for your videos. They are amazing and you are doing AWESOME! I am a med student and this really helps me understand the difference between Broca's and Wernicke's. Good luck and keep at it Sarah!

[@nowitsshowtime1]

I briefly watched the previous video, and then part of this one, and it seems like she has improved dramatically. I hope I'm right. I hope you have a speedy recovery!

[@shawadawa]

Maybe this wasn’t your intention, but you’ve really given me the confidence to face the things I fear I can’t do. Seeing you put on a brave face and seeing your willingness to put up with the struggle to get better so that you can enjoy your life. You’re really beautiful and special and you’ve got more courage (ugh, cliché, I know, but true) than most people. You rock, and thanks for posting this.

[@friggingbomb88]

The way you encountered every challenge inspires me a lot! Keep the spirit up!!! Don't let down!

[@Jujubzinlove]

Sarah, You're a strong young lady!! Never let anything get in your way!! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you!!

[@ihaveseverefrootsnackism]

I'm 22 and feel young, and feel especially bad for someone who's even younger than myself who's already had to put up with this major of a medical event. I've had my close calls, but it's nothing compared to what these poor people have to deal with. I hope they're doing better now!

[@tomato-v8x]

She had a stroke at the age of 18, and the video is more than a decade old now. She’s nearing her 30’s. Probably 29 or something

[@cheezuscrust825]

Prettiest smile on youtube :-)

[@HouD]

Hi Sarah and family! Thank you for sharing your story with us! I hope I'm not overstepping any bounds here, but I would just like to tell you how beautiful I think you are, both inside and out. :) As a guy of about the same age, I couldn't help but wonder what effect this must have had on Sarah's potential social and love life. If she's struggled with the thought of never finding someone, I wouldn't worry too much! She's absolutely stunning and any guy would be lucky to have someone so special!

[@lgrizzly]

Would love to hear an update on her progress over the last 12 years!

[@stillkickin222]

Wow! I what a great improvement since the last video! I had a stroke when I was 18 too and now at 22 I'm still amazed by my progress. :0) Doctors usually tell you improvement will only happen for a year or two, but I still improve and started to get my taste back on one side of my tongue as recent as a few months ago. Now just working on a bit of left sided weakness. :0) You have an awesome attitude and its really cool that you could share your story with so many people! Good luck!

[@kaddiishere]

I study psychology and this helps me a lot to understand the disorder!! I also can see alot of progress from the 1st video :) Very happy for you! Keep it up, you're doing great!

[@shaun2222]

God bless this girl, I pray she fully recovers.

[@bethw737]

Sarah, I wish you all the best, I agree with everyone else that you are beautiful but even more importantly, you are so brave and courageous. I know what it's like to live with a disability, I was bedridden for 5 years and now am in graduate school, so please keep going, you've made tremendous strides and I'm sure you'll continue to improve. I'll keep you in my prayers.

[@cozyogasawara]

thank you sarah, i am so glad to see you have been making such a progress, you know it's not just a bit, those numerical things are tough to me too, but you are young, you will soon recover them too. i will be always praying for you.

[@tattyland]

Firstly i'd like to say how deeply sympathetic i am in regards as to what has happened, the old saying 'bad things happen to good people' couldn't be anymore true! The transition and progress evident throughout the video's is truly amazing, you've made significant inroads and its truly fantastic to see. What an inspiration to the rest of us in so many ways, truly remarkable. Your mother seems like a fantastic and inspiring women, a trait that you've clearly inherited yourself. :)

[@amaya456too]

She’s beautiful ❤

[@rogerdale6341]

God bless her and best of luck with your recovery. Tough cookie right there.

[@toufas]

Your daughter is so sweet. I am wishing you all the best

[@mahkimahk]

It seems as though you're improving! There are many people who get told they will never walk again who end up running marathons. I hope you will one day speak fluently again. You are loved

[@Andersen.Jordan]

Hi Sarah, I feel bad that I didn't ask permission, as aligis11 had, but I also used these two videos in a lecture just last week. The students, and I, were in awe at the progress you've made. When I was at university, a girl in my class had a stroke when she was 20 and went on to graduate with honours. Stories like hers and yours are more than inspirational. I hope to see another update in the near future! Jordan P.S. I hope it was all right that I showed your videos!

[@ranemaker]

Keep smiling Sarah, you two seem like such positive friendly people:]

[@luernesto74]

Im sorry,for what she's going through!hope she's doing better Doc!

[@SarahScottAphasia]

@stillkickin222 good luck with your recovery! I must admit when Sarah had her stroke I didn't realise that it would take months, years to get back some of what was lost. People like you give us hope and we personally know people who are still finding positive changes 10 or 20 years after suffering a brain injury. We must never give up hope!

[@tendies9248]

Bless her heart such a beautiful woman still so happy I'm glad she's strong through this