Department of Speech Pathology
Language-Based Learning Disabilities
Causes of Dysarthria
Dysarthria is caused by many different conditions that involve the nervous system. These include:
- Stroke
- Brain injury
- Brain tumors
- Degenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Lou Gehrig's disease/ALS, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy
- Excessive use of alcohol or drugs
- Long-term use or some medications