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Abstract
Aphasia is frequently observed in Alzheimer's disease, with its prevalence increasing as the disease progresses. This study highlights the importance of recognizing early language impairments in Alzheimer's disease, and suggests that comprehensive language assessments are crucial for early diagnosis and effective communication interventions.
期刊介绍:
Geriatrics & Gerontology International is the official Journal of the Japan Geriatrics Society, reflecting the growing importance of the subject area in developed economies and their particular significance to a country like Japan with a large aging population. Geriatrics & Gerontology International is now an international publication with contributions from around the world and published four times per year.