“STATISTICS ON APHASIA:

• Estimated Cases: More than 2 million people in the United States are living with aphasia, making it more common than conditions like Parkinson’s disease and cerebral palsy
• Annual Incidence: Approximately 180,000 individuals acquire aphasia each year, most often as a result of a stroke.
• Public Awareness: Only 40% of people in the U.S. are aware of aphasia and can correctly identify it as a language disorder that impairs communication abilities.
• Post-Stroke Effects: Stroke survivors with aphasia experience a higher incidence of post-stroke depression compared to those without aphasia, highlighting the emotional and psychological challenges associated with the condition.”

National Aphasia Association (How common is aphasia? – National Aphasia Association)