Bridging the Gap: AI and Aphasia with Dr. Abi Roper

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Send us a textIn this episode of 'On the Tip of My Tongue,' hosts Rob Edwards and Jonathan Hirons delve into the world of AI and its applications in treating Aphasia, a debilitating condition affecting language abilities, following brain injuries like strokes. Joining them is Dr. Abi Roper from City, St. George's University, London. Dr. Roper discusses how AI tools, like speech recognition technologies and AI-driven text simplification, benefit individuals with Aphasia by aiding communication and daily tasks. She also addresses the limitations of AI, such as its inability to fully replicate human conversational skills and the importance of verifying AI-generated information. The episode highlights ongoing research and projects aimed at harnessing AI in therapy, underscoring AI's potential to support but not replace human therapists.00:00 Introduction to AI and Aphasia01:18 Meet Dr. Abby Roper01:43 AI's Role in Assisting Aphasia03:13 Speech Recognition and Practical Uses05:25 Challenges and Limitations of AI27:07 The Future of AI in Therapy30:35 Conclusion and ResourcesSupport the showSupport the show: Donate Now This podcast is funded by https://www.bas.org.uk To watch Jonathan’s film: https://tipofmytonguefilm.comhttp://x.com/buffaloloungeukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhirons/ https://www.instagram.com/tipofmytonguepodcast/The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia websitehttp://aphasiatavistocktrust.org

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