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Subjective cognition is linked to everyday functioning in epilepsy.

Louisa Hohmann^1,2, Justus Berger², Shirley-Uloma Kastell²

¹Department of Neurology, Berlin-Brandenburg Epilepsy Center, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Free University and Humboldt University of Berlin, Berlin, Germany.

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Subjective cognitive impairment (SCI) significantly impacts daily life for people with epilepsy (PWE), affecting activities and daily restrictions. Depressive symptoms exacerbate these negative effects, highlighting the need for integrated care.

Keywords:

daily activities daily life restrictions depressive symptoms dominance analysis neuropsychology social functioning

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Psychology
Public Health

Background:

Epilepsy often leads to reduced everyday functioning, including employment and social difficulties.
Subjective cognitive impairment (SCI) is a common concern among people with epilepsy (PWE).

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the association between SCI and restrictions in daily life (RDL) and reduced daily activities (DA) in PWE.
To determine if SCI is an independent predictor of functional limitations in epilepsy.

Main Methods:

A prospective cross-sectional study of 316 adult PWE.
Multiple regression analyses were used to predict RDL and DA, controlling for various clinical and demographic factors.
General dominance indices (GDIs) were calculated to assess the relative importance of predictors.

Main Results:

46% of PWE reported substantial SCI.
SCI was independently associated with both RDL and DA, accounting for 23-24% of their variance.
SCI was a top predictor of functional limitations, and depressive symptoms amplified the negative impact of SCI on daily functioning.

Conclusions:

SCI is a significant factor contributing to reduced everyday functioning in PWE.
The interplay between SCI and depressive symptoms poses a greater risk for functional decline.
Multidisciplinary interventions addressing cognitive, psychological, and social needs are essential for PWE.