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Your mental dictionary is part of what makes you unique − here's how your brain stores and retrieves words

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But that’s OK, because everyone already walks around with a dictionary – not the one on your phone, but the one in your head.

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But that’s OK, because everyone already walks around with a dictionary – not the one on your phone, but the one in your head.
Just like a physical dictionary, your mental dictionary contains information about words.
Language is part of what makes humans special, and I believe everyone deserves the chance to use their words with others.

Your mental dictionary

While a physical dictionary is helpful for shared knowledge, your personal mental dictionary is customized based on your individual experiences.
What words are in my mental dictionary might overlap with the mental dictionary of someone else who also speaks the same language, but there will also be a lot of differences between the content of our dictionaries.
You add words to your mental dictionary through your educational, occupational, cultural and other life experiences.
By now, you might be envisioning your mental dictionary as a book with pages of words in alphabetical order you can flip through as needed.

Using your mental dictionary

One reason why your mental dictionary can’t be like a physical dictionary is that it is dynamic and quickly accessed.
In one study, researchers mapped the time course of word retrieval among 24 college students by recording their brain activity while they named pictures.
It’s the feeling when you know what word you want to use but are unable to find it in that moment.
One proposed reason for this increase is that they’re due to an age-related disruption in the ability to turn on the right sounds needed to say the selected word.

This is commonly seen in aphasia, a language disorder that often occurs after injury to the language centers of the brain, such as stroke, or neurodegeneration, such as dementia.
There are also treatments like phonomotor treatment that focus on strengthening the selection and production of speech sounds needed for word production.
Remember that the words you use and the mental dictionary you have are part of what make you and your voice unique.

Nichol Castro does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Is it normal to forget words while speaking? And when can it spell a problem?

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Monday, September 25, 2023

Why does this universal problem among speakers happen?

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Why does this universal problem among speakers happen?
Everyone will experience an occasional word-finding difficulty, but if they happen very often with a broad range of words, names and numbers, this could be a sign of a neurological disorder.

The steps involved in speaking

When a healthy speaker can’t retrieve a word from their lexicon despite the feeling of knowing it, this is called a “tip-of-the-tongue” phenomenon by language scientists.
Tip-of-the-tongue states are relatively common and are a type of speech error that occurs primarily during retrieval of the sound pattern of a word (step three above).

What can affect word finding?

In older adults, they can cause frustration and anxiety about the possibility of developing dementia.
One way researchers investigate word-finding difficulties is to ask people to keep a diary to record how often and in what context they occur.
It’s thought this is because they have weaker connections between their meanings and their sound patterns than more frequently used words.

When could it spell more serious issues?

More frequent failures with a broader range of words, names and numbers are likely to indicate more serious issues.
Primary progressive aphasia is typically associated with frontotemporal or Alzheimer’s dementias, although it can be associated with other pathologies.
An assessment by a clinical neuropsychologist or speech pathologist can help clarify which processing stage is affected and how serious the problem might be.
They might also be provided with a cue or prompt, such as the first letter (h) or syllable (ham).
This is typically a sign of a more serious issue such as primary progressive aphasia.

Great Speech and American TelePhysicians Announce Collaborative Partnership to Provide Virtual Speech Therapy Services to People of All Ages

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Great Speech , a leader in virtual speech therapy, and American TelePhysicians , a leading digital virtual care provider of neurology services under its NeuroX program, today announce a synergistic partnership to create access to an affordable online option for enhancing the skills of children, adults and seniors who need and seek better speech communications.

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Great Speech , a leader in virtual speech therapy, and American TelePhysicians , a leading digital virtual care provider of neurology services under its NeuroX program, today announce a synergistic partnership to create access to an affordable online option for enhancing the skills of children, adults and seniors who need and seek better speech communications.
CCC-SLP, founder and clinical director, Great Speech, emphasizes the profound impact of this collaboration, "The Great Speech approach to virtual care expands the robust portfolio of solutions offered by American TelePhysicians.
“Great Speech brings crucial speech and language therapy for patients with aphasia and other speech problems.
We are pleased to be working with Great Speech to improve our patients' quality of life."

AudioEye Reports Record Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

TUCSON, Ariz., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AudioEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEYE) ("AudioEye" or the "Company"), the industry-leading enterprise SaaS accessibility company, reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.

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TUCSON, Ariz., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AudioEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEYE) ("AudioEye" or the "Company"), the industry-leading enterprise SaaS accessibility company, reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.
"The second quarter's achievements have set the stage for the acceleration of ARR in the second half and into next year.
As of June 30, 2023, the Company had $4.3M in cash, compared to $5.5M as of March 31, 2023.
The Company expects to generate revenue of between $7.8 million and $7.9 million in the third quarter of 2023.

Gabby Giffords Joins AudioEye Advisory Board to Drive Awareness of Digital Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities

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TUCSON, Ariz., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AudioEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEYE), the industry-leading enterprise SaaS accessibility company, today announced that Gabby Giffords, former United States Congresswoman for Arizona's 8th congressional district, is joining its advisory board as part of her unwavering dedication to accessibility and vision for an inclusive society. A recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Giffords helps enact policy change, challenges injustices and inspires millions with her personal story of resilience, courage, and perseverance.

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"We are delighted to welcome Gabby Giffords to our advisory board so we can collaborate on making the internet accessible to those with disabilities," said David Moradi, CEO, AudioEye.
"Gabby's influence in the disability community, paired with her passion for change, will help AudioEye continue to make great strides in building solutions that close the digital accessibility gap."
Gabby Giffords is a retired United States politician who resigned from Congress in 2012 after sustaining a severe brain injury during an assassination attempt.
That's why technological tools like news, shopping, banking, and search need to be powerfully optimized for inclusivity," said Gabby Giffords.

iPadOS 17 brings new levels of personalization and versatility to iPad

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The Health app comes to iPad® with interactive charts, and HealthKit® enables developers to create innovative experiences designed for the iPad display.

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The Health app comes to iPad® with interactive charts, and HealthKit® enables developers to create innovative experiences designed for the iPad display.
iPadOS 17 is available as a developer beta today, and will be available as a free software update this fall.
Widgets get interactive in iPadOS 17, allowing users to get tasks done with just a tap.
iPadOS 17 brings the Health app to iPad, giving users new ways to see their health data in rich detail.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Diane Filippi as a Distinguished Business Professional for her contributions to the Business and Marketing Fields

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

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SAN FRANCISCO, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Diane Filippi is acknowledged as a Distinguished Business Professional for her contributions to the Business and Marketing Fields.

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SAN FRANCISCO, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Diane Filippi is acknowledged as a Distinguished Business Professional for her contributions to the Business and Marketing Fields.
With more than 35 years of experience, Ms. Filippi serves as the managing partner of SMWM and is primarily responsible for all face-to-face interactions on behalf of the company.
She has volunteered and served on the board of Ed Fund; Urban Land Institute San Francisco Chapter; and served as its chair.
Dedicated to providing the most efficient professional service to her clients, Ms. Filippi is associated with the Urban Land Institute.

American Stroke Association Honors Debra Meyerson with 2023 Stroke Survivor Hero Award

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

PORTOLA VALLEY, Calif., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Debra Meyerson, PhD was named the American Stroke Association's (ASA) 2023 Stroke Survivor Hero in recognition of her efforts to use her experience as a stroke survivor to bring awareness, education, and inspiration to people across the country. More than 800,000 people across the US have a stroke every year, leaving many with permanently changed lives and Debra has worked tirelessly to bring awareness to stroke and its impact on one's identity. "I'm honored to win this award and want to share it with all the people who have supported me in my recovery," shared Debra. "I only hope the work we're doing can make recovery easier, more complete, and more rewarding for all stroke survivors in the future."

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Debra Meyerson, PhD was named the American Stroke Association's (ASA) 2023 Stroke Survivor Hero in recognition of her efforts to use her experience as a stroke survivor to bring awareness, education, and inspiration to people across the country.
PORTOLA VALLEY, Calif., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Debra Meyerson, PhD was named the American Stroke Association's (ASA) 2023 Stroke Survivor Hero in recognition of her efforts to use her experience as a stroke survivor to bring awareness, education, and inspiration to people across the country.
The American Stroke Association's annual Stroke Hero Awards honor stroke survivors, health care professionals, and carepartners who want to build more resilient communities.
Winners were selected by a nationwide panel of volunteer judges from the American Stroke Association, with the exception of the Voters' Choice Award, which was selected via online votes.

The Views of 109 French Patient Groups on the Corporate Reputation of Pharma in 2021-2022: Innovations, Patient-group Relations, Access to Medications, Impact of the Pandemic - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

In 2021, only 39% of French patient groups responding to the 'Corporate Reputation of Pharma' survey stated that pharma's reputation was either "Excellent" or "Good" - against 59% of respondent patient groups worldwide that said the same.

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In 2021, only 39% of French patient groups responding to the 'Corporate Reputation of Pharma' survey stated that pharma's reputation was either "Excellent" or "Good" - against 59% of respondent patient groups worldwide that said the same.
The patient groups emphasise four main areas of weakness that need addressing:
French patients' access to medicines;
the levels of innovation in the pharma industry in France; and
pharma's relationships with French patient groups.
54% of the 109 French patient groups responding to the 2021 'Corporate Reputation' survey thought pharma "Excellent" or "Good" at innovation.
French patient groups now simply want pharma to resume relationships with them, and to understand the pressures faced by the country's patient groups throughout the pandemic.

Team of Survivors Cycles 4,500 Miles Across the Country on a Journey to Improve the Stroke System of Care

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PORTOLA VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On May 19, a team of cyclists representing Stroke Onward set out on an epic journey across the United States. Known as Stroke Across America, the goal was to ride across the country and, during the 100-day journey, raise awareness about stroke, aphasia, and the emotional wellness journey that is critical, and often overlooked, in recovery. On August 26th, 4,548 miles later, they arrived in Boston and dipped their front tires in the Atlantic Ocean. Stroke Onward has just released a three-minute video highlighting the journey and is building on the awareness raised by this journey to continue its work to catalyze change in the stroke system of care to better meet the needs of survivors and their families. Lack of support for the emotional journey in recovery echoed time and time again at community events organized by Stroke Across America all across the country.

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PORTOLA VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On May 19, a team of cyclists representing Stroke Onward set out on an epic journey across the United States.
On August 26th, 4,548 miles later, they arrived in Boston and dipped their front tires in the Atlantic Ocean.
Debra Meyerson and Steven Zuckerman, wife and husband, stroke survivor and carepartner, and tandem riders organized and led this journey.
Stroke Onward's continuing goal after Stroke Across America is to be a catalyst for change in the stroke system of care to improve how survivors and their families are supported in rebuilding identities and rewarding lives after stroke.