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Unilateral neglect: a disorder of attention
1Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois, USA. Lcherney@rehabchicago.org
Seminars in Speech and Language
|April 16, 2002
Summary
Unilateral neglect, often following right hemisphere damage, impacts daily living and recovery. This review covers symptoms, theories, assessment, and treatments for left unilateral visual neglect.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Unilateral neglect is a common and complex disorder, frequently associated with right hemisphere brain damage.
- This condition can persist long after the acute phase, impacting functional activities like reading and writing.
- Neglect is a significant negative predictor for regaining independence in daily life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the common symptoms of unilateral neglect.
- To summarize current theoretical frameworks explaining neglect.
- To outline assessment methods and describe treatment strategies for left unilateral visual neglect.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of unilateral neglect.
- Synthesis of current theories on neglect.
- Description of assessment tools and therapeutic interventions.
Main Results:
- Unilateral neglect presents with diverse symptoms affecting various functional activities.
- Persistent neglect is linked to poorer functional recovery and independence.
- Effective assessment and targeted treatments are crucial for managing neglect.
Conclusions:
- Understanding neglect symptoms, theories, and assessment is vital for effective patient management.
- Early and appropriate interventions can improve outcomes for individuals with left unilateral visual neglect.
- Further research into novel treatment approaches is warranted to enhance recovery of independence.