Course

Spouse role shift — partner vs caregiver, boundaries, and resentment prevention (Advanced)

Advanced course for spouses: navigating role changes, balancing romance and caregiving, boundary scripts, and preventing resentment over months/years

CaregiverCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced20 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Name common spouse role-shift problems after stroke
  • Set boundaries that protect the relationship
  • Use scripts to discuss needs without blame
  • Create routines that preserve partner identity alongside caregiving

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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Question 1

1. Role changes after stroke can strain intimacy and communication even in strong relationships.

Question 2

2. A helpful boundary is…

Question 3

3. A script is…