20220106 : family counselor
Usually for a stroke (or any other sudden trauma/ impact), I have seen the usual course of action is medication followed by some form of physical therapy (physiotherapy, occupational therapy, slp therapy or something else). If the survivor shows any symptoms of depression - the usual recourse is more drugs. Later maybe a psychologist/ psychiatrist is involved. I feel most of the society is still wary of getting a psychologist/ psychiatrist help. Talking about "mental sickness" is still taboo in many parts of the society. (I am not sure why - maybe because there is an unfounded belief that mental illness - all types, is genetic and it may run in the family, so hush, hush). Anyway, that may end up being the last resort. We understand someone losing someone close suddenly/ unexpectedly will grieve. Long time/ short time, various coping mechanisms etc. When somebody has a stroke (or similar), someone closer is lost. They lose a part of themselves. I think it is normal/ natural t