Development and Evaluation of a Hospital-Based Peer Support Group for Younger Individuals with Stroke. Issue 3 (1st July 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Muller, Melissa; Toth-Cohen, Susan; Mulcahey, MJ
• Is Part Of: Occupational therapy in health care. Volume 28:Issue 3(2014)
• Page Start: 277
• Page End: 295
• Publication Date: 2014-07-01
• Subjects: Occupational therapy -- Periodicals; 615.85152072
• DOI: 10.3109/07380577.2014.919551
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0738-0577

Abstract

<abstract> <title>ABSTRACT</title> <p>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 (&lt;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.</p> </abstract>