Posted by B2chica on July 26, 2005, at 10:58:44
In reply to stroke, posted by rayww on July 26, 2005, at 10:24:57
sooo sorry about your difficulties. a left hemi stroke usually affects language, expressive or receptive. you seem to sound quite good with your writing skills, does it effect you when you try to speak to others? or understand others? about your fear about socializing. you are not alone in this, however it doeens't make it any easier for you.
i see why you feel your whole life has changed course. maybe not it's course but it has changed.
i do understand the extreme difficulty probably both physically and mentally to do everyday things. are you in any therapy (physical, speech, occupational, psychological)? these are all tools that should help you transition, especially occupational since it is the everyday things you seem to be struggling with.
just know that you've experienced a traumatic incident and should receive assistance in your recovery. it's traumatic for you and your family and just as it is taking time for you to adjust, it is taking them time also. However, you can't focus on their issues, only focus on yours. it's time for you know. push forward.
i can't answer the best way to 'deal' with a stroke cuz different attitudes work for different people but i'd say take charge of it. if a good day wipes you out for two- that's ok, remember the one good day, every good day improves you three steps and two wipe out days only equals a half step back, cuz you are physically and mentally tired. you will be, that doesn't mean a set back at all.and you most certainly ARE ALIVE!!!!!
best wishes
b2c.
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