Abstract: Background: Stress impacts the quality of life for stroke survivors (SS) and support persons (SPs) during recovery, negatively affecting both individuals in the stroke dyad (SD). While mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) can improve well-being, their complexity and time demands are significant barriers for implementation in the stroke community. Tailoring MBI to the needs of SS and...
Depressive symptoms are a significant psychological complication of stroke, impacting both survivors and informal caregivers of survivors. Randomized controlled trials are needed to determine optimal non-pharmacological strategies to prevent or ameliorate depressive symptoms in stroke survivors and their informal caregivers. A prospective, randomized, parallel-group, single-center, feasibility...
Background and Purpose: Despite the high prevalence of post-stroke depression (PSD) and negative impact on stroke survivors (SS) and their informal caregivers ([IC]; e.g., unpaid spouses), treatment of PSD is inadequate. Meditation has been associated with improved psychological outcomes. The purpose of this study was to establish the feasibility and acceptability of a 12-week randomized...