The effect of health media in reminiscence therapy on cognitive disorders in post-stroke patients

Abstract

Introduction: One of the psychosocial obstacles that often arise in post-stroke patients is cognitive obstacles. These obstacles include various problems in cognitive function, ranging from disturbed attention and difficulty in maintaining orientation to time, place, or situation to problems in memory and thought processes. This study aims to investigate the effect of health media in reminiscence therapy on cognitive disorders in post-stroke patients in Medan City. M ethods: This research uses quantitative research methods. Data was collected by distributing questionnaires to respondents in seven hospitals in Medan City. Results: Analysis of respondents’ characteristics shows the dominance of the age group over 45, with the majority having a Diploma/S1 education level. The reliability and validity of the variables, particularly the influence of health media in reminiscence therapy, demonstrate a high level of reliability and validity, instilling confidence in the research’s methodology. Conclusions: Provide valuable guidance for the development of more effective interventions in the management of post-stroke patients.