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A telephone-based self-management program for people with epilepsy.

Colleen DiIorio1, Elizabeth L Reisinger, Katherine A Yeager

  • 1Department of Behavioral Sciences and Health Education, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA. cdiiori@sph.emory.edu

Epilepsy & Behavior : E&B
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A telephone-based self-management program for epilepsy demonstrated high acceptance and satisfaction among adults. This study supports further development of remote interventions for epilepsy self-care.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Health Services Research
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Epilepsy self-management is crucial for patient outcomes.
  • Traditional programs face barriers to access and adherence.
  • Remote delivery methods offer potential solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility and participant satisfaction of a telephone-based self-management program for adults with epilepsy.
  • To evaluate the program's adherence and acceptance rates.
  • To gather preliminary data supporting further program development.

Main Methods:

  • A 5-session telephone-based self-management program, grounded in social cognitive theory and motivational interviewing (MI), was developed.
  • Twenty-two adults with epilepsy were recruited and randomized into intervention and control groups.
  • The intervention group received MI counseling via telephone after an initial in-person session.

Main Results:

  • High program completion rates were observed, with 95% of planned sessions and calls completed.
  • Participants reported high satisfaction with the program and the telephone delivery method.
  • Preliminary outcome analysis indicated support for continued program development.

Conclusions:

  • A telephone-based self-management program is a feasible and well-accepted intervention for adults with epilepsy.
  • Remote delivery via telephone offers a convenient and satisfactory method for epilepsy self-management support.
  • Further research and testing are warranted to optimize and validate this telehealth approach for epilepsy care.