We know that the physical impact of stroke is huge. However, a person’s thinking, behaviour and emotions are also significantly impacted too but often overlooked.
We are calling for increased prioritisation of psychological care within stroke services in Scotland.
Our progress
A look at progress made on psychological care in Scotland for Stroke survivors from 2022-23.
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Keeping Stroke Recoveries in Mind
We know that the physical impact of stroke is huge. However, a person’s thinking, behaviour and emotions are also significantly impacted too but often overlooked.
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Our lived experience engagement
Throughout September 2022, we undertook a programme of lived experience engagement to inform and shape our campaign messaging.
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Scottish Stroke Psychology Forum model
The National Model of Psychological Care in Stroke (NMPCS) (Scotland) has been developed by the Scottish Stroke Psychology Forum to support the development, delivery and evaluation of psychological care in stroke services.
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Contact scotland@stroke.org.uk with any questions on this campaign, or to get involved.