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 The person who was pushing hard in early rehabilitation, who celebrated every small gain, gradually becomes withdrawn, disengaged, and resistant to the idea that recovery is still possible.
