Impact of Memory Problems Post-stroke on Patients and Their Family Carers: A Qualitative Study
Eugene Tang, Christopher Price, Blossom C. M. Stephan, Louise Robinson, Catherine Exley
Abstract
Living with stroke combined with memory impairment can have negative effects on the stroke-survivor and their family once in the community. Health professionals and services in the community need to recognize the burden of managing symptoms post-stroke for these individuals and their families. Understanding the impact can enable more effective community and specialist support to be provided particularly if we were to also identify those who may then be at risk of a future dementia illness.
Topics & Concepts
Stroke (engine)DementiaQualitative researchFocus groupCognitionPsychologyMedicineGerontologyPsychiatryDiseaseSocial scienceBusinessEngineeringMechanical engineeringPathologyMarketingSociologyDementia and Cognitive Impairment ResearchStroke Rehabilitation and RecoveryNeurobiology of Language and Bilingualism