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Hope, self-esteem and social support in persons with multiple sclerosis.
A W Foote1, D Piazza, J Holcombe
1University of Alabama School of Nursing, Birmingham 35294.
Summary
This study found significant relationships between hope, self-esteem, and social support in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). These psychological factors are interconnected and important for managing MS.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease.
- Understanding psychosocial factors is crucial for patient well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationships among hope, self-esteem, and social support in individuals with MS.
- To identify potential psychological interventions for MS patients.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive study design was employed.
- Participants (n=40) with MS completed the Miller Hope Scale (MHS), Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and Personal Resource Questionnaire (PRQ).
Main Results:
- Statistically significant positive relationships were found between hope and self-esteem (p<0.05).
- Significant positive relationships were also observed between hope and social support (p<0.05).
- A significant positive relationship was identified between social support and self-esteem (p<0.05).
Conclusions:
- Hope, self-esteem, and social support are interconnected in individuals with MS.
- These findings suggest that interventions targeting these psychosocial factors may benefit MS patients.
- Nursing implications include promoting hope and social support within MS care.