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Acalculia

Tip from survivors: “Calculators are my best friend now. I don’t let the numbers discourage me anymore.”

What it is

Difficulty performing simple math calculations.

How it shows up

Trouble with numbers, counting money, or basic arithmetic.

Why it happens

Injury to parietal lobe regions responsible for number processing.

How common
Possible management

Cognitive rehabilitation, calculator aids, occupational therapy.

Often occurs with other language or cognitive deficits.

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