Depression is linked with an increased risk of stroke, but it is also very common for people to develop emotional disorders after stroke. According to some studies, 1 in 3 stroke survivors develop depression at any one time after stroke which can affect recovery and...

Many studies have highlighted perceived psychosocial stress and depression as a key risk factor for stroke (1). While depression is often the result of a stroke, it also increases your chance of having a stroke in the first place (2) (3) . People suffering from...

Stroke is a serious, life-changing and often overwhelming event. Most people who suffer a stroke will experience some sort of emotional changes, including feelings of shock, anger, anxiety and depression. It’s normal to feel sad and upset after a stroke, but...