Impact of depression following a stroke on the participation component of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health

Abstract

Depression is a moderate predictor of participation among stroke survivors, explaining 51% of the decline of this aspect. Thus, depression should be diagnosed, monitored and treated to ensure a better prognosis regarding social participation following a stroke. Implications for Rehabilitation Individuals with post-stroke depression experience a lower degree of social participation. Depression explains 51% of the decline in participation following a stroke. The present findings can serve as a basis to assist healthcare professionals involved in the rehabilitation of stroke survivors and can assist in the establishment of adequate treatment plans in stroke rehabilitation.