Abstract WP203: Frequency of Post-stroke Depression Among Hypertensive Black and Hispanic Stroke Survivors

Introduction: Post-stroke depression (PSD) is estimated to affect one-third of stroke survivors and is associated with long-term disability but scarce data exist in minority populations. This analysis examined the frequency and correlates of PSD in a cohort of Black and Hispanic stroke survivors. Methods: We analyzed baseline data from an ongoing clinical trial comprising 450 Blacks and Hispanics with recent stroke from New York City stroke centers. Participants were interviewed at baseline to assess depressive symptoms using the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Depression Measure. PSD was defined as a PROMIS score ≥55 indicating at least mild depression. Other data collected included demographics, clinical factors, health-related quality of life, functional independence (Barthel Index), stroke-related disability and executive functioning (Frontal Assessment Battery). Results: Data was available for 209 Hispanics and 202 Blacks. The sample was 44% female with average age 6...