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Agnosia and apraxia after stroke — parietal/occipital networks, what it looks like, and OT testing (Advanced)

Advanced course: recognition problems (agnosia) and motor planning problems (apraxia) after cortical strokes. Learn how these differ from weakness, how OT tests them, and what rehab targets

Recovery & RehabCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced40 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Recognize agnosia/apraxia patterns and why they’re often missed
  • Differentiate these from weakness or aphasia
  • Understand how OT/SLP evaluate functional task breakdown
  • Plan home supports and cueing strategies

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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Question 1

1. Apraxia is a motor planning problem and can occur even when strength is adequate.

Question 2

2. Agnosia refers to…

Question 3

3. A useful rehab approach is…