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Eman J Abdullah1, Hanan E Badr1, Fahad Manee1
11 Kuwait University, Kuwait.
OTJR : Occupation, Participation and Health
|August 4, 2017
Summary
Multiple sclerosis (MS) significantly impacts daily activities. Unemployment and cognitive issues were linked to poorer occupational performance and satisfaction in MS patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Occupational Therapy
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) presents significant challenges to individuals' ability to engage in daily occupations.
- Assessing occupational performance and satisfaction is crucial for understanding the lived experience of MS.
- Identifying factors influencing these outcomes can guide targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate occupational performance and satisfaction in individuals with MS.
- To identify factors associated with occupational performance and satisfaction in this population.
- To inform the development of supportive strategies for people with MS.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 200 individuals with MS.
- Utilized the Arabic version of the Satisfaction With Daily Occupations (SDO) scale.
- Statistical analyses included Mann-Whitney U, Kruskal-Wallis, Chi-square tests, and binary logistic regression.
Main Results:
- Median scores for occupational performance and satisfaction were 10/14 and 51/70, respectively.
- Unemployment and cognitive symptoms were significantly associated with poorer occupational performance.
- Unemployment, marital status, visual problems, and low endurance correlated with lower satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Social and clinical factors substantially influence occupational performance and satisfaction in MS.
- Addressing unemployment, cognitive, and physical symptoms is vital for improving daily living in MS.
- Further research, particularly intervention studies on occupational therapy, is warranted.
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