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    Stroke survivors’ psychosocial challenges upon reintegration into their homes, after inpatient rehabilitation at a private facility in Cape Town
    (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2023-03) Solomons, Jameelah; Luger, Rosemary; Geiger, Martha; Stellenbosch University. Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Centre for Rehabilitation Studies.
    ENGLISH SUMMARY: Purpose: The difficulties that individuals experience post-stroke can result in psychosocial challenges which may influence their daily functioning. The aim of this study was to describe the psychosocial challenges of stroke survivors upon reintegration into their homes, after inpatient rehabilitation at a private facility in Cape Town. Method: Qualitative semi-structured one-to-one virtual synchronous interviews were conducted to collect data. Adult stroke survivors that were discharged home from the rehabilitation facility in Cape Town, within 2-12 months’ post discharge were recruited. Results: Eight stroke survivors (two females and six males; age range 43-81 years; time range post discharge between 2-9 months) participated. Participants’ subjective experiences regarding their psychosocial challenges upon reintegration into their homes, after inpatient rehabilitation at a private facility in Cape Town, were captured in the following three themes: (1) emotional distress, (2) changes in social relations, and (3) alterations in self-identity. Conclusion: Stroke survivors are confronted with many psychosocial challenges upon reintegration home after inpatient rehabilitation, that may impact their sense of self-identity, emotional state, and their daily participative interactions. Individuals involved with stroke survivors are encouraged to address stressors linked to the sequel of the stroke by facilitating psychological intervention throughout the stroke trajectory, especially encouraging and nurturing coping strategies.