What is Dysnomia?
Dysnomia, also known as anomic aphasia or nominal aphasia, is a language disorder characterized by difficulty in recalling words or names. In educational contexts, students with dysnomia may experience:
Trouble naming objects, people, or places
Frequent use of filler words (e.g., “thing,” “stuff”)
Difficulty retrieving specific vocabulary during conversations or writing
Frustration when trying to express ideas
While less common than other learning disabilities, dysnomia can significantly impact a student‘s academic performance and social interactions. Support for students with dysnomia may include speech and language therapy, vocabulary-building exercises, and accommodations such as word banks or extra time for verbal responses.