Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)


Key Messages

  • Depression affects approximately 33% of people within the first 12 months following stroke
  • The ability to recognise the symptoms of depression and distinguish between this and other mood disturbances
  • There are strategies that every member of the team can use to assist someone with depression to increase their social interaction and engagement
  • Knowing when it would be appropriate to refer to specialist services

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Page last reviewed: 25 Feb 2020