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Loss of autonomy, control and independence when caring: A qualitative study of informal carers of stroke survivors in the first three months after discharge

Nan GreenwoodSt George's University of London and Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences, Kingston University, London, UKCorrespondence[email protected]
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Ann MackenzieSt George's University of London and Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences, Kingston University, London, UK
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Geoffrey CloudDepartment of Clinical Neuroscience, St George's Hospital, Tooting, London, UK
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Nikki WilsonSt George's University of London and Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences, Kingston University, London, UK
Pages 125-133 | Accepted 01 May 2009, Published online: 02 Dec 2009

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