Behavioral Changes

Tips from survivors: “I’m still me — just learning how to navigate a different version of myself.”

Changes in how a person acts, reacts, or interacts with others after a stroke.

Increased irritability, withdrawal, impulsiveness, reduced motivation, or changes in social behavior and personality.

Stroke can affect brain regions responsible for emotion, judgment, and self-control, as well as how someone copes with a major life event.

Fairly common, though the type and severity vary widely between individuals.

Counseling, behavioral therapy, structured routines, medication when appropriate, and education for family and caregivers.

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