The Stroke Association has urged Scotland's Health Boards to address the lack of emotional and psychological support for stroke survivors. A report by the charity revealed that 94% of survivors experienced a mild impact on their psychological wellbeing, while 39% reported severe or very severe impact. Additionally, 68% felt they did not receive enough support after leaving the hospital. With around 1.3 million stroke survivors in the UK, the charity calls for action to ensure they receive the necessary support to rebuild their lives.
A UK charity has called for action to ensure stroke survivors get better emotional and psychological support.
Their research found that 94 per cent of stroke survivors had experienced at least a mild impact on their psychological wellbeing, while 39 per cent said the impact was either severe or very severe. According to the charity, right now in the UK, there are around 1.3 million stroke survivors. So, what impact can stroke have emotionally and psychologically, and what can we do to help?Stroke can have ‘a profound effect’ According to the Stroke Association, some stroke survivors have described the psychological effects as being far worse than the physical effects.
"It can also impact an individual’s social life, whereby it may be more challenging to maintain relationships like they used to, the impact of this should not be underestimated." Top Health Stories Today How can the psychological support for stroke survivors improve? Nichols believes the psychological support for stroke survivors can be improved through various means. "One key approach is integrating mental health support into stroke care pathways. This ensures that emotional wellbeing is considered alongside physical recovery," he said.
Is there anything family and friends can do to help? Family and friends play a crucial role in supporting people who have had a stroke. They can offer emotional support, encouragement and a sense of normalcy in the person’s life."Encouraging participation in rehabilitation and engaging in open communication can also be very helpful.
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