Public awareness and knowledge of aphasia in Malaysia: a cross-sectional survey
This study revealed a lack of awareness of aphasia among the Malaysian public. Low levels of awareness and knowledge highlight the need for awareness-raising programs throughout the country. Efforts should focus on improving public understanding of aphasia through targeted campaigns and the use of various media platforms.
Authors
- Arimi Fitri Mat Ludin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1517-2115)
- Mohd Azmarul A Aziz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4644-5833)
- Rahayu Mustaffa Kamal
- Norhaslinda Zainal Abidin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2542-6422)
Institutions
- Universiti Sains Malaysia (MY)
- University Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre (MY)
- International Islamic University Malaysia (MY)
- Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia (MY)
- National University of Malaysia (MY)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Public Health
- Published
- 2025-08-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-24000-8
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Neurobiology of Language and Bilingualism
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.43
Funders
- International Islamic University Malaysia