In an effort to increase social support and improve mental health among stroke survivors and their caregivers, a team of researchers with UTHealth Houston is customizing an existing virtual environment filled with fun, interactive ways to connect with others.

Jennifer E. S. Beauchamp, PhD, RN, an associate professor with Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston, is the principal investigator on the ongoing study, titled, “Self-management EdUcation and SuPport to Promote PsychOsocial Health among StRoke Survivors and Informal Caregivers in a VirTual Stroke Community (SUPPORT): A Pilot Project.”

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