Impulsivity

Tips from survivors: “I’ve learned to pause and count to three before acting—it helps me slow down.”

Difficulty controlling urges or acting without thinking through the consequences.

Interrupting others, making quick decisions without considering risks, starting tasks suddenly, or attempting activities that may not be safe.

Stroke affects the frontal lobes, which are responsible for judgment, impulse control, and decision-making.

Structured routines, clear safety guidelines, cognitive therapy, and support from caregivers to reinforce safe choices.

Fairly common in strokes affecting the frontal or executive function areas of the brain.

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