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Conference News American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference 2025

Pediatric Stroke Survivors Show Higher Mental Health Risks

New research reveals children who survive strokes face increased rates of anxiety, depression, and physical symptoms, with age 9 identified as a critical period for mental health challenges, according to findings presented at the 2025 International Stroke Conference.

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  1. A study of 161 pediatric stroke survivors showed higher rates of anxiety, depression, and somatic symptoms compared to the general pediatric population.
  2. Most vulnerable period for mental health challenges is around age 9.
  3. Better recognition and interventions are essential for improving the quality of life for young stroke survivors.
  4. The study emphasized the underrecognition of psychological symptoms in children.
  5. Limitations include single-site design and reliance on questionnaires for mental health assessments.

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