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Stroke effects explained (body + brain)

Plain-language map of common post-stroke effects (movement, speech, swallowing, vision, cognition, mood) and which specialist helps.

FoundationsEveryoneIntro9 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

Get help now

If you think this might be a stroke or symptoms are getting worse, call emergency services now.

Key takeaways

  • Name at least 5 common stroke effects
  • Know which issues are urgent
  • Match symptoms to the right specialist (PT/OT/SLP/clinician)

Movement + balance

  • Weakness
  • Spasticity
  • Balance problems

Vision + sensation

  • Vision changes
  • Neglect
  • Numbness

Communication + swallowing

  • Aphasia
  • Dysarthria
  • Dysphagia

Thinking + emotions

  • Fatigue
  • Memory/attention changes
  • Depression/anxiety

When to seek urgent care

  • New or worsening symptoms

Practice check

What you’ll practice

These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.

0 of 2 answered

Question 1

1. Who commonly helps with aphasia therapy?

Question 2

2. New or worsening stroke-like symptoms should be treated as…

References

  1. Tier 4
    NINDS Know Stroke