Changes in communication after a stroke can be frustrating and isolating. Difficulty expressing yourself does not mean that your thoughts, preferences or contribution matter any less.

Stroke Speech Recovery is a self-hypnosis recording from Uncommon Knowledge, sold through Hypnosis Downloads. Its intended themes include imagined speech, patience and confidence during recovery. It is not a substitute for speech and language therapy.

Whether a spoken recording is a suitable format

A stroke can affect speaking, understanding language, reading or writing in different ways. Your speech and language therapist can assess those needs and advise whether this type of spoken audio is accessible or useful. Being able to hear a recording does not necessarily mean its instructions are easy to understand.

Points to consider

Communication support can include different ways of expressing yourself as well as work towards speech goals. A therapist can help you and people around you choose approaches that fit your circumstances.

The recording cannot guarantee fluent speech or a timetable for recovery. Progress is not a test of effort or positive thinking. New or sudden speech difficulties require urgent medical attention rather than assuming they are part of the earlier stroke.

Further information: NHS: recovering from a stroke.

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