The brain is divided into two hemispheres. In most cases, the right side of the brain controls the left side of the body, and the left side of the body controls the right side of the brain.

Characteristics of the Right Brain

The left side of the brain is known for:

ʉۢ Perceiving where things are located in space
Understanding the position of the body
Remembering what we do and see
Assembling information to understand the full picture
Controlling the left side of the body 

Result of Damage to the Right Brain

Damage to the right side of the brain can result in difficulty cognitive issues such as having difficulty remembering and assembling facts, as well as emotional and physical problems. Right brain damage generally results in problems on the left side of the body.