Health-related quality of life, social support, and social networks in African-American stroke survivors with and without aphasia.

Health-related quality of life (HRQL) provides insight into the impact of a health condition on an individual's ability to lead a fulfilling life. Previous research has identified determinants of HRQL in stroke survivors to include communication, mobility, mental/emotional health, role, and social functioning. However, health disparities among minority populations may influence HRQL in stroke survivors with and without aphasia. The aim of this study was to explore the HRQL and social functioning in a homogenous sample of African-Americans with chronic stroke.

Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - April 16, 2020 Category: Neurology Authors: Davetrina Seles Gadson Tags: Poster 07 Source Type: research