what happens when the stroke is on the left side of the brain
Whether the stroke occurs on the left side or the right, common symptoms include reduced attention, reduced short-term memory, emotional impacts, and weakness on one side. Left Side: Language and Comprehension The left side of the brain is related to language. A stroke situated on the left can damage the ability to communicate, which can lead to depression, withdrawal, and stress. Dr. Tan explained some of the categories involved in left-side strokes: 1  Aphasia affects the ability to express and understand verbal or written language.
1 This means that if your stroke affected the left side of your brain, you will have problems with the right side of your body. 2  If your stroke affected the right side of your brain, you will have problems with the left side of your body.