STROKE-DEPRESSION MANAGEMENT

SUMMARY

1. Assessment and referral to a psychologist is mandated for all stroke patients (Australia Stroke Foundation Guidelines).

2. Psycho-social interventional program: psychotherapy.

3. SSRIs and TCAs also have been shown to be effective in post-stroke emotional lability.

4. SSRIs preferred because of fewer side effects compared to TCAs; methylphenidate has also been shown to be effective in post-stroke depression.

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