[Changes in social interaction following a CVA. Practical experience at a rehabilitation center]

After a cerebral infarct the joint efforts in our center for rehabilitation 'Hoensbroeck' are intended to help the patient regain his equilibrium. The loss of a number of bodily functions results in limitations in the activities of daily living. The way in which the patient copes with these impairments will finally determine the seriousness of the handicap. This adjustment to the disease and its consequences takes place in a social context. In this contribution special attention is paid to the influence of cognitive functional disorders on the interaction process. The importance of timely diagnosis and support is also noted. In this connection the partner group being part of the treatment as applied in 'Hoensbroeck' for some time is introduced. Finally the recent foundation is mentioned of a stroke patients association.