When a stroke occurs on the right side of the brain, a person's ability to judge distance, size, position, rate of movement, form, and the way parts relate to the whole is affected (spatial-perceptual problems). People with these problems may have more trouble learning to care for themselves.
Signs of perception problems are often noticed by the caregiver of a person who has had a stroke. These signs may include:
If a person has perception problems after a stroke, the stroke rehab team can teach you how to help. Here are some examples.
Other people moving around in the room also may be distracting.
This can help the person see what is vertical.
Watch to see what can be done safely rather than taking the person's word for it.
People with perception problems-—even minor ones—should not drive a car.
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