Prevalence and correlates of depression among Nigerian stroke survivors.

Olushola Olibamoyo Abiodun Olugbenga Adewuya Bolanle Adeyemi Ola Olurotimi Coker Olayinka Atilola

Published in: The South African journal of psychiatry : SAJP : the journal of the Society of Psychiatrists of South Africa (2019)

Depression is a common associate of stroke, and there is a need for sustained focus on young stroke survivors with severe stroke, especially those who do not have social support and have low socio-economic status, who may have a higher risk of developing depression following stroke.

Keyphrases

atrial fibrillation
depressive symptoms
social support
young adults
sleep quality
cerebral ischemia
physical activity
middle aged