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Psychological factors associated with urinary incontinence
P A Chiverton1, T J Wells, C A Brink
1University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA.
Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS
|September 1, 1996
Summary
Women with urinary incontinence experience higher depression rates. Enhancing mastery may improve quality of life and reduce depression, as self-esteem and depression showed significant correlations.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Psychological Health
- Women's Health
Background:
- Urinary incontinence (UI) is prevalent in women.
- Depression is a significant concern for women with UI.
- The relationship between UI, depression, and quality of life (QOL) requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence of depression in women with UI.
- To examine the correlation between mastery, self-esteem, and depression in women with UI.
- To assess depression's role as a mediator in the QOL of women with UI.
Main Methods:
- Correlational and multiple regression analyses were employed.
- The study investigated relationships between mastery, self-esteem, depression, and QOL.
- Participants were women experiencing urinary incontinence.
Main Results:
- Women with UI exhibited a higher incidence of depression than the general population.
- Significant correlations were found between mastery, self-esteem, and depression.
- Depression did not mediate the QOL in this cohort.
Conclusions:
- Mastery emerged as a direct predictor of QOL in women with UI.
- Nursing interventions focusing on enhancing mastery may reduce depression.
- Improving mastery can potentially enhance the QOL for women with UI.