Medication adherence and its relationship with self-esteem among patients with epilepsy in Isfahan, Iran.
Epilepsy Behav
; 155: 109776, 2024 Jun.
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| ID: mdl-38636147
ABSTRACT
Medication adherence is of utmost importance in achieving the desired therapeutic outcome and effectively managing seizures in patients with epilepsy (PWE). It is imperative to recognize self-esteem as a psychological determinant that potentially influences the optimal compliance with anti-seizure medications (ASMs) among PWE. The objective of this study was to explore medication adherence and its relationship with self-esteem among individuals diagnosed with epilepsy in Isfahan, Iran. METHODS:
This descriptive-analytical study was conducted in the year 2021, encompassing a cohort of 250 PWE who were referred to designated medical facilities in Isfahan, Iran, and were selected by the consecutive sampling technique. A 3-part instrument including demographic components, the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and the Morissky Drug Adherence Questionnaire employed for data collection.RESULTS:
The mean and standard deviation of adherence to the medicinal regimen in the participants were 6.9 ± 2.02, and 46.4 % had a low level of adherence to the medication regimen (total score 0-6). At the same time, the mean and standard deviation of self-esteem in these patients was 5.11 ± 2.11. There was a statistically significant and direct correlation between adherence to the prescribed drug regimen and self-esteem (rs = 0.464, p = 0.00).CONCLUSION:
Based on the findings of the study that showed a statistically significant and positive correlation between self-esteem and adherence to the medication regimen, it is advisable to enhance and advocate for these factors in PWE.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Autoimagem
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Epilepsia
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Adesão à Medicação
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Anticonvulsivantes
Limite:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Região como assunto:
Asia
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Epilepsy Behav
Assunto da revista:
CIENCIAS DO COMPORTAMENTO
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NEUROLOGIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Irã