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Athira Babygeetha1, Dhanalakshmi Devineni1
1Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University, Puducherry, India.
Europe'S Journal of Psychology
|March 15, 2024
Summary
Social support significantly improves self-care adherence in patients with cardiovascular diseases like coronary heart disease and heart failure. Involving family and trusted resources in interventions enhances patient self-care journeys.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Health Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Cardiovascular diseases are the leading global cause of mortality, necessitating long-term self-care and lifestyle modifications.
- Adherence to self-care in chronic conditions like coronary heart disease and heart failure is complex, influenced by social, economic, and healthcare factors.
- Social support is identified as a critical factor influencing self-care adherence in individuals with chronic illnesses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the existing literature on the relationship between social support and self-care adherence in cardiovascular diseases.
- To synthesize findings from studies focusing on coronary heart disease and heart failure patients.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review was conducted using Scopus, EBSCOhost, and ProQuest databases.
- Searches covered literature from inception to February 2023, with 11 studies ultimately included.
- Studies included adult populations with either coronary heart disease or heart failure.
Main Results:
- All 11 reviewed studies reported a significant positive correlation between social support and self-care adherence.
- Social support was consistently found to be a key factor in promoting self-care behaviors.
- The review highlights the need for holistic approaches to self-care, incorporating objective measures and tailored interventions.
Conclusions:
- Social support plays a crucial role in enhancing self-care adherence among cardiovascular disease patients.
- Future interventions should involve family members and trusted resources, targeting both patients and their support systems.
- Development of comprehensive self-care assessment scales and innovative teaching strategies is recommended to facilitate patient self-management.
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