Addressing Inappropriate/Unsafe Behavior in Stroke Survivors
One of the things I found scary after my mother suffered a set of strokes, was her unpredictable behavior and often unsafe/risky practices. After spending time online and speaking to neurologists, I have learned that this kind of behavior from stroke survivors is very common.
The American Stroke Association provides the following guidelines on their website:
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“Always treat the person with respect and listen to his or her side of the story
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Offer praise when the person is exhibiting appropriate and safe behaviors (e.g., ‘You really handled that situation well, I’m so glad you decided to take the bus rather than drive…..’).
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Allow the person to choose among appropriate and safe choices (e.g., ‘Do you want me to drive you, or would you rather take a cab?’).
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Be assertive and set necessary limits. Explain your concerns and feelings in a supportive way (e.g., ‘I know you want to use your power tools, but I care too much about you to let you use them at this time.’).”
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