Objective To identify the level and correlates of recurrence risk perception in stroke patients, and to provide reference for targeted intervention. Methods A total of 254 stroke patients were surveyed using the Risk Perception Scale of Stroke Recurrence, Social Support Rating Scale, and Medical Coping Modes Questionnaire. Results The sample scored 52.53±10.40 on recurrence risk perception. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that age, number of stroke episodes, comorbidities, sequelae, avoi-dance-resignation coping style were factors affecting recurrence risk perception (all P<0.05), and social support was conducive to reducing recurrence risk perception (P<0.05). Conclusion Stroke patients have relatively high recurrence risk perception. Targeted intervention should be formulated based on the influencing factors to reduce stroke recurrence and patients′ risk perception.