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Stroke

Early fears

In this 'Speaking From Experience' video clip, participants express the fears that they experienced in the time following their stroke. Fear about an uncertain future is common, especially regarding financial and employment issues, as well as health issues.

View 'Early fears' transcript .pdf

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

Members Only 6:24 min 7.6 MB
Psychological impact

Clip 6 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

Members Only 5:46 min 6.6 MB
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

Members Only 1:42 min 1.9 MB
Closing thoughts

Clip 9 of 9: Stroke in Midlife

Members Only 2:00 min 2.2 MB

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