July 19, 2025

Healing the Mind After Stroke: The Power of Talking Therapy - AI Podcasts

8 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Depression and anxiety are common but often ignored after stroke, making recovery harder and increasing the risk of long-term decline
A large NHS study found that talking therapy helped 71% of stroke survivors improve their mental health, with nearly half fully recovering
Starting therapy within six months of a stroke gives you a much better chance at full recovery and lowers the risk of getting worse
Melatonin and methylene blue help protect brain cells during a stroke by limiting oxidative damage and preserving energy production
Ginkgo biloba shows promise for improving cognitive function after stroke when used early, giving your brain more support to rebuild

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By Dr. Mercola

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July 19, 2025

8 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Depression and anxiety are common but often ignored after stroke, making recovery harder and increasing the risk of long-term decline
A large NHS study found that talking therapy helped 71% of stroke survivors improve their mental health, with nearly half fully recovering
Starting therapy within six months of a stroke gives you a much better chance at full recovery and lowers the risk of getting worse
Melatonin and methylene blue help protect brain cells during a stroke by limiting oxidative damage and preserving energy production
Ginkgo biloba shows promise for improving cognitive function after stroke when used early, giving your brain more support to rebuild

...more