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Functional Disability and Loneliness Among Clinically Stable Individuals with Schizophrenia: A Cross-sectional Study
Stephy S1, Pradeep Kumar Pc2, Sojan Antony1
1Department of Psychiatric Social Work, NIMHANS, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Annals of Neurosciences
|May 25, 2026
Summary
Functional disability and loneliness are significant challenges for individuals with schizophrenia. Unemployment and joint family structures are linked to increased disability, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Social Science
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Functional disability and loneliness are persistent issues for clinically stable schizophrenia patients.
- These challenges hinder recovery and limit social participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess functional disability and loneliness in stable schizophrenia patients.
- To examine associations with socio-demographic factors and employment status.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive cross-sectional study involving 50 clinically stable schizophrenia patients (aged 18-60).
- Data collected via socio-demographic schedule, WHODAS 2.0, and UCLA Loneliness Scale.
Main Results:
- Mean loneliness score: 43.16 ± 11.96; WHODAS score: 74.28 ± 14.65.
- Joint family members showed higher self-care, household, and participation disability.
- Unemployment duration correlated positively with disability; employment duration correlated negatively.
Conclusions:
- Unemployment and joint family dynamics are associated with increased disability in schizophrenia.
- Vocational rehabilitation and family-focused psychosocial interventions are crucial.
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