How to Motivate a Stroke Survivor Who Has Given Up
NeuroRehab Team
Thursday, August 13th, 2026
How to Motivate a Stroke Survivor Who Has Given Up: What Works and What Does Not
One of the most heartbreaking situations a caregiver or family member faces is watching a stroke survivor stop trying. The person who was pushing hard in early rehabilitation, who celebrated every small gain, gradually becomes withdrawn, disengaged, and resistant to the idea that recovery is still possible.
Stroke Fatigue vs Depression: How to Tell the Difference
NeuroRehab Team
Thursday, July 2nd, 2026
Stroke Fatigue vs Depression After Stroke: How to Tell the Difference
After a stroke, feeling exhausted and emotionally flat is extremely common. But there is an important distinction that many survivors and caregivers miss: post-stroke fatigue and post-stroke depression are two different conditions. They can look similar from the outside, they often occur together, and yet they have different causes, different treatments, and different implications for your recovery.
