What is it about?
Studies indicate that neurodivergent attributes (e.g., dyslexia, stuttering) and the occupation of teaching are associated with development of primary progressive aphasia (PPA), also known as language led dementia. In this publication, I posit critical questions related to these associations.
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Why is it important?
The questions raised in this article have important implications for PPA prevention and management.
Perspectives
The questions raised in this article may have important implications for individuals with neurodivergent attributes such as dyslexia and stuttering, and to those who work as teachers and have a related neurodivergent history.
Dr. Adithya Chandregowda
Nova Southeastern University
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This page is a summary of: Neurodevelopmental Vulnerability and Teaching Occupation as Risk Factors for Primary Progressive Aphasia? Critical Questions From Preventative and Management Standpoints, Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, May 2026, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA),
DOI: 10.1044/2026_persp-25-00266.
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