title: Development and evaluation of a hospital-based peer support group for younger individuals with stroke.
abstract: The incidence of stroke in younger individuals is rising, producing unique challenges due to loss of productive roles and long-term impact in the survivor's life. This paper reports the results of a hospital-based program based on occupational therapy principles that was designed to provide support and education for 13 younger individuals (<65) with stroke. Participants demonstrated improved socialization, healthy coping, and role attainment as measured by the Stroke Impact Scale (SIS), the Community Integration Questionnaire (CIQ), and a member satisfaction questionnaire. Key factors for successful implementation and considerations for future programs to meet the needs of younger adults with stroke are discussed.
authors: 1MossRehab , Jenkintown, PA , USA and.
authors: Melissa
authors: M
authors: Muller
authors: Susan
authors: S
authors: Toth-Cohen
authors: M J
authors: MJ
authors: Mulcahey
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D010379:Peer Group; D016730:Program Development; D015397:Program Evaluation; D011788:Quality of Life; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D018434:Sickness Impact Profile; D058992:Social Participation; D012944:Social Support; D020521:Stroke / Q000523:psychology; D000071939:Stroke Rehabilitation; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D055815:Young Adult
keywords: Coping; peer support; roles; socialization; stroke; support groups