Mood

 

By the end of this module you should be able to describe:

• Some of the psychological problems people experience after stroke, including:
  • emotionalism
  • fatigue
  • frustration and lack of confidence
  • adjustment disorder
  • depression
  • anxiety
  • post-traumatic stress disorder

• The different ways that psychological problems care impact on stroke survivors, their carers, family and friends
• The link between mood and physical function
• Carer strain and what to do about it

Click on any button below to start. You should read the Core Knowledge section before reviewing the Advanced Knowledge section.

	Click here for core information about Mood
	Click here for advanced information about Mood
	Click here for the recommendations for Depression, anxiety and emotionalism from the National Clinical Guideline for Stroke 2012
	Click here for links, contacts and further reading about Mood