Prevalence rates for both depression and insomnia the first year after stroke are around 30%, significantly impacting the prospects of recovery, rehabilitation, and quality of life. Furthermore, the risk of insomnia and depression becoming chronic is high in the subacute phase post-stroke. This cross-sectional observational study investigated whether insomnia and depression are related in the subacute phase post-stroke, using validated instruments.
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