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Stroke

Other complications

In this 'Speaking From Experience' video clip, participants explore the complications that they have experienced, such as epilepsy, and diabetes. These conditions can cause the recovery process to be prolonged.

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Early days

Clip 1 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

Play 3:00 min 3.5 MB
Physical impact

Clip 2 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

Members Only 5:34 min 6.3 MB
Other complications

Other complications after the stroke.

Members Only 1:24 min 1.7 MB
Early fears

Clip 4 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

Play 1:13 min 1.6 MB
Rehabilitation to independence

Clip 5 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

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Psychological impact

Clip 6 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

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Employment & social issues

Clip 7 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

Members Only 6:51 min 7.3 MB
Relationships

Clip 8 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

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Closing thoughts

Clip 9 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

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