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    Documenting the impact of stroke in a middle-income country: a Malaysian case study

    Date
    2018-09-05
    Author
    Mairami, Fatima Fanna
    Warren, Narelle
    Allotey, Pascale
    Mak, Ju Shin
    Reidpath, Daniel
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    Mairami, F.F., Warren, N., Allotey, P.A., Mak, J.S. and Reidpath, D.D. (2020) ‘Documenting the impact of stroke in a middle-income country: a Malaysian case study’, Disability and Rehabilitation, 42(1), pp. 102–113. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2018.1493544.
    Abstract
    Purpose: Stroke is an abrupt event that often leaves survivors with long term disabilities, causing role changes, and financial strains on households. The profound impact of stroke on survivors may lead to a decline in quality of life due to the physical, psychological, and social difficulties they experience. Taking Malaysia as an example, this study aimed to explore the impact of stroke on survivors and how health services influence their recovery in low and middle-income countries (LMIC). Method: An ethnographic approach with data obtained primarily through in-depth interviews was used. Twenty-seven participants identified as having suffered a stroke were drawn from a health and demographic surveillance system in Malaysia. Results: The physical and social disruption of the lives of stroke survivors was intensified by the resultant financial constraints placed upon individuals, families and households, compounded by inadequate support from the health, and welfare systems. Despite the disruption to their lives, most participants were, at least in part, able to reestablish their lives through various factors that include a strong family support and active coping strategies. Conclusion: In LMIC, recovery can be shaped by the family unit and through active coping strategies especially those in relation to spirituality.
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    https://eresearch.qmu.ac.uk/handle/20.500.12289/12878
    Official URL
    https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2018.1493544
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