Which psychological disorder is characterized by the loss of the ability to speak, write, or comprehend the written or spoken word?

• A. Apraxia
• B. Dysarthria
• C. Aphasia
• D. Agnosia

Answer: (C)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand the definitions of each disorder listed: Apraxia, Dysarthria, Aphasia, and Agnosia.
2. Recognize that Apraxia involves difficulty with motor planning, affecting the ability to perform purposeful movements despite having the physical ability.
3. Know that Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder resulting from impaired movement of the muscles used for speech, leading to slurred or slow speech.
4. Identify that Aphasia is a language disorder caused by brain damage, characterized by the loss of the ability to speak, write, or comprehend spoken or written language.
5. Understand that Agnosia is the inability to process sensory information, leading to difficulty recognizing objects, sounds, or smells, but not directly affecting language abilities.