Research Article: Using a Mixed-Method Approach to Explore the Factors Influencing the Family Resilience of Stroke Survivors in China
Abstract:
Stroke, an acute-onset cerebrovascular disease, is one of the most critical public health problems worldwide. The World Health Organization reported that million people worldwide are diagnosed with stroke yearly, of whom die and another million are permanently disabled. In China, stroke incidence has been reported to increase by an average of .% per year and the Global Burden of Disease study results showed that China has the highest incidence of stroke at >%. One study estimated that the number of stroke survivors could increase to . million by . A total of % of stroke survivors are incapacitated, while % are severely disabled, adversely impacting their quality of life. However, some survivors and their families can recover from adversities, gain new advantages and utilise social resources in times of such challenges.
Introduction:
Stroke, an acute-onset cerebrovascular disease, is one of the most critical public health problems worldwide. The World Health Organization reported that million people worldwide are diagnosed with stroke yearly, of whom die and another million are permanently disabled. In China, stroke incidence has been reported to increase by an average of .% per year and the Global Burden of Disease study results showed that China has the highest incidence of stroke at >%. One study estimated that the number of stroke…
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