TABLE 6-3.
Spatial neglect subtype | Key behaviors demonstrating spatial neglect | Frequently observed functional impairmentsb |
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Where, perceptual-attentional awareness 45 | Extinction to double simultaneous stimulation, decreased vigilance in left body space | Accidents due to failure to respond to left-sided events; failure to respond in social interaction; difficulty in eating entire meal |
Where, representational imagery 46 | Visual imagery incomplete on left, neglect dyslexia, right bias on mental number line | Poor environmental navigation; illusions, difficulty recognizing objects especially under unfamiliar conditions; difficulty reading or completing mathematical operations accurately for work, financial activities |
Aiming, motor intention | Abnormalities listed in TABLE 6-2 | Postural imbalance, veering while ambulating while walking or in a wheelchair, augmented hemiparesis (weakness out of proportion to motor dysfunction) |
Modified with permission from Barrett AM, et al, Handb Clin Neurol.44 © 2019 Elsevier Ltd.
Proposed, further systematic research demonstration is needed.