Is there a difference between right versus left brain involvement?
The functional sections or lobes of the brain are also divided into right and left sides. The right side and the left side of the brain are responsible for different functions. General patterns of dysfunction can occur if an injury is on the right or left side of the brain. Injuries to the Right side of the brain can cause: • Visual-spatial impairment • Visual memory deficits • Left neglect (inattention to the left side of the body) • Decreased awareness of deficits • Altered creativity and music perception • Loss of “the big picture” type of thinking • Decreased control over left-sided body movements Injuries to the Left side of the brain can cause: • Difficulties in understanding language (receptive language) • Difficulties in speaking or verbal output (expressive language) • Catastrophic reactions (depression, anxiety) • Verbal memory deficits • Impaired logic • Sequencing difficulties • Decreased control over right-sided body movements How Common are Brain Injuries? It is estimated
