About 57 million people worldwide live with dementia (WHO), including roughly 7–8 in 100 Indians aged 60 and above (LASI-DAD study). A neuropsychological assessment measures exactly which thinking skills are affected — helping doctors diagnose early and helping us plan rehabilitation.
Thinking Problems after Head Injury, Stroke or Epilepsy
You've recovered physically after the accident, stroke or seizures — but work feels harder, you forget more and can't concentrate like before? Brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, brain tumours and infections can leave hidden problems with memory, attention, processing speed and planning.
How common is it?
Up to half of stroke survivors and many people with moderate to severe head injury have lasting cognitive difficulties.
Who is at higher risk?
Survivors of road accidents, falls, stroke, brain surgery or infections; people with long-standing epilepsy.
Signs & symptoms
Forgetfulness, slow thinking, poor concentration, difficulty planning or multitasking, irritability, fatigue, falling work or study performance.
What causes it?
Damage to brain networks from injury, reduced blood supply, seizures or surgery.
How to know if you are struggling — you may relate if…
- I look fine, but my brain feels slower since the accident.
How Mind Detox Centre helps
Neuropsychological testing to map strengths and weaknesses, then a structured neuropsychological rehabilitation programme — cognitive retraining for memory, attention and executive function, practical strategies and support for returning to work or school.
Frequently asked questions
Is memory loss a normal part of ageing?
Mild slowing is normal; forgetting recent events regularly, getting lost or struggling with daily tasks is not, and should be assessed.
What is a neuropsychological test?
A set of standardised paper-and-pencil or computer tasks that measure memory, attention, language, planning and reasoning, usually taking 1–3 hours.
Can dementia be prevented?
Not always, but controlling blood pressure, diabetes and hearing loss, staying active, and avoiding smoking and heavy alcohol can reduce risk significantly.