Chris DeWald: Post-stroke food shopping
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If you are capable of going out, whether it be alone or with a caregiver, get outdoors. Depending on your mental and physical situation, this shall dictate what type of food store is easier for you. By this, I mean you do not “overload,” get “hemmed” in feelings. Being out should be enjoyable, so how do we attain this? First, I am going to use myself as that example. I loved my brain stem stroke so much, I decided to have two at the same time. I guess to keep each other company was my plan. Continue reading “Chris DeWald: Post-stroke food shopping” »
Blood thinners
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Blood thinners are commonly used in the prevention of strokes. This is especially important for people who have suffered a first stroke, as they have an increased risk of suffering a second one. In fact, about 30 percent of all strokes in a given year are repeat strokes. Thus, stroke survivors must be diligent about stroke prevention. However, even if you have never suffered a stroke, but are at risk of getting one, you are likely to be taking a blood thinner. Continue reading “Blood thinners” »
Chris DeWald | Impulsiveness and Stroke Survivors
According to the American Stroke Association, some survivors experience apathy and don’t seem to care about anything. “People often mistake this for depression because survivors are content to sit and stare at the wall all day.” “The best response is to get them active and moving. Give them a choice of what to do or where to go, but make it clear they have to choose to do something, they can’t just lie in bed.” Continue reading “Chris DeWald | Impulsiveness and Stroke Survivors” »
Chris DeWald: Dealing with grief
Posted by afp on May 11, 2010 · 1 Comment
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Grief may be triggered by the death of a loved one. People also can experience grief if they have an illness for which there is no cure, or a chronic condition that affects their quality of life. The end of a significant relationship may also cause a grieving process. Continue reading “Chris DeWald: Dealing with grief” »
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