Treatment of post-stroke depression
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1673-4165.2015.01.012
- VernacularTitle:卒中后抑郁的治疗
- Author:
Qiao HUANG
;
Changqing LI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Stroke;
Depression;
Antidepressive Agents
- From:
International Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases
2015;23(1):57-60
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
The post-stroke depression refers to a affective disorders within 2 to 3 years after stroke in patients with stroke.Its main features are depressed mood,decreased interest,irritability,pessimism,and slow thinking,etc.Usually the symptoms will last for more than 2 weeks.It is one of the most common complications of stroke and may seriously affect the rehabilitation and quality of life of patients.Some patients even have suicidal tendency.Early intervention is very important for late neurological recovery in patients with stroke.It can not only improve cognitive function,but also reduce the morbidity and mortality.This article reviews the treatment of post-stroke depression.
