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PubMed2002

Suicide: a personal reflection.

One of the authors of this paper, Carla Diedrich, had a personal experience of suicide in her family. She wants to both share the experience and allow the circumstances to be directive and informative for individuals who have had similar experiences with suicide and for those working in a clinical capacity. In this sense, the work belongs to Carla and her family and has been significant, almost cathartic, in helping her especially deal with this difficult set of personal circumstances.

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PubMed2001

Recovery after stroke: a qualitative perspective.

The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of stroke on survivors of the condition and to identify their physical and psychosocial needs in rural and regional settings. Data were collected via focus group interviews with stroke survivors, carers and key informants. Data were managed using NUD*IST and analysed using a content analysis method identifying major themes related to the impact of living in the community after having a stroke. It was found that stroke survivors suffered severe physical and emotional effects. The findings also identified the vulnerability of this group and a lack of organised, on-going psychosocial and rehabilitative support. Recommendations are made to enhance the current management of stroke after the acute and subacute phases.

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