Self-management, Spousal Support, and Related Factors Among Individuals Diagnosed with Epilepsy

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to determine the self-management of epilepsy, spousal support, and related factors in individuals diagnosed with epilepsy. Manage the disease process in individuals diagnosed with epilepsy is crucial in terms of daily functionality and quality of life. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study included 135 individuals diagnosed with epilepsy. Data were collected using a patient information form that included sociodemographic and clinical characteristics and the Epilepsy Self-Management Scale and Spousal Support. Results: In this study, the mean score of the epilepsy self-management scale was 133.64 (18.40). Education, gender, income level, presence of children, and frequency of seizures were determined as factors affecting epilepsy self-management. No relationship was found between spousal support and epilepsy self-management. Conclusion: This study makes a significant contribution to the literature in determining factors affecting self-efficacy. Our results revealed the personal characteristics of the patients, especially sociodemographic factors that affect epilepsy self-management.