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Coping with the consequences of a stroke.

A Rochette1, J Desrosiers

  • 1Centre de Recherche de l'Institut Universitaire de Gériatrie de Sherbrooke, 1036 Bélvedére Sud, Sherbrooke, Québec, J1H 4C4, Canada. arochett@courrier.usherb.ca

International Journal of Rehabilitation Research. Internationale Zeitschrift Fur Rehabilitationsforschung. Revue Internationale De Recherches De Readaptation
|April 16, 2002
PubMed
Summary

This study explored coping strategies after stroke, finding some effective long-term while others indicate maladaptation. Further research is needed to understand stroke recovery adaptation.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Stroke is a significant life event requiring adaptation for recovery.
  • Understanding post-stroke coping mechanisms is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify coping strategies used by stroke survivors.
  • To determine if coping strategies evolve over time post-stroke.
  • To examine the relationship between coping strategies and factors like age, gender, potential actualization, handicap, and depression.

Main Methods:

  • A sample of 76 stroke survivors was assessed at 2 weeks and 6 months post-rehabilitation.
  • Validated questionnaires measured coping strategies (Ways of Coping Questionnaire), actualization of potential, handicap level (LIFE-H), and depressive symptoms (Beck Depression Inventory).

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Main Results:

  • Certain coping strategies appear more effective for long-term stroke consequence management.
  • Other coping strategies may correlate with maladaptation to stroke effects.
  • Coping strategy effectiveness may vary significantly among individuals.

Conclusions:

  • Some coping strategies are beneficial for stroke survivors long after rehabilitation.
  • Ineffective coping strategies may indicate ongoing difficulties or maladaptation.
  • Further mixed-methods research is recommended to deepen the understanding of post-stroke coping.