What are the types of dysarthria?

What are the types of dysarthria?

The type of dysarthria depends on the part of the nervous system affected:

• Central dysarthria: Caused by damage to the brain.
• Peripheral dysarthria: Caused by damage to what the organs needed for speech.

Dysarthria can be developmental or acquired:

• Developmental dysarthria happens as a result of brain damage, either before a baby is born or at birth. For example, cerebral palsy can cause dysarthria. Children tend to have developmental dysarthria.
• Acquired dysarthria happens as a result of brain damage later in life. For example, a stroke, a brain tumor or Parkinson’s disease can result in dysarthria. Adults tend to have acquired dysarthria.