Abstract:Purpose:The goal of this study is a review of the literature on the role of alexithymia among stroke patients, especially assessing its impact on the process of convalescence, psychiatric comorbidity and clinical outcomes. Views: Organic alexithymia is a common post-stroke complication, which interferes with many aspects of health among stroke survivors, with interleukin-18 having an important role in the appearance and depth of alexithymia. Post-stroke patients suffering from alexithymia are more prone to dep… Show more
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