Mental Slowing

Tips from survivors: “My thoughts still get there—they just travel a little slower now.”

A reduced speed in thinking and processing information.

Taking longer to understand conversations, respond to questions, read, or complete mental tasks.

Stroke can disrupt the brain’s communication pathways, slowing how quickly information is processed and responded to.

Allowing extra time to think and respond, simplifying tasks, reducing distractions, and cognitive rehabilitation exercises.

Common after stroke, particularly when cognitive networks are affected.

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