The diagnosis and treatment of post-stroke depression.
Depression is common after stroke but the diagnosis may be difficult. Anterior and subcortical brain lesions increase the risk of depression. It is important to make an accurate diagnosis of PSD as treatment may reduce morbidity. Treatment should consist of family support, education and anti-depressant medication.
Harrington
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Department of Neurology, Rhode Island Hospital, USA.
Salloway
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D000368:Aged; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000150:complications*; D003863:Depression / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
D000928:Antidepressive Agents