Cognitive rehabilitation helps people with problems in attention, memory, planning, problem-solving and visual perception. These problems may follow stroke, head injury, brain infection, dementia or long illness. They can affect safety, work and relationships.

The therapist tests thinking skills through everyday tasks and short exercises, including how the person scans a page, follows instructions or manages money. Training uses repeated practice and practical strategies such as lists, alarms, calendars, labelled cupboards and step-by-step routines. Vision and hearing are checked, since reduced sight or hearing can look like poor memory. Family members are included so that the strategies are used at home.

How the Procedure Can Help

It can improve attention and memory, build safe routines, and support a return to home, study, or work.

Risks and Considerations

Progress is gradual, and some changes may be permanent. Tiredness and low mood are common. The therapist adjusts the pace, works with the doctor, and recommends further assessment if thinking worsens suddenly.