Cendekia Medika : Jurnal Stikes Al-Ma`arif Baturaja
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): Cendekia Medika: Jurnal STIKes Al-Ma'arif Baturaja

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FAMILY SUPPORT AND MEDICATION ADHERENCE IN SCHIZOPHRENIA PATIENTS

Nadia, Nyayu (Unknown)
Andre Utama Saputra (Unknown)
Sasono Mardiono (Unknown)
Selamat Parmin (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Apr 2025

Abstract

Mental disorders that are found worldwide include schizophrenia. The causes of schizophrenia can be influenced by genetic factors, stress, and environmental factors such as past trauma, interpersonal issues, family problems, failure to achieve goals, and economic pressures. The recovery of patients can also be influenced by their adherence to the treatment process. This study aims to determine the relationship between family support and medication adherence in schizophrenia patients at the Poli Klinik RS Ernaldi Bahar in South Sumatra Province. This study uses a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling with a sample size of 99 respondents. Data collection for this study was done using a questionnaire. The results show a significant relationship between family support and medication adherence in schizophrenia patients at the Poli Klinik RS Ernaldi Bahar in South Sumatra Province, with a p-value of 0.000. There is a relationship between family support and medication adherence in schizophrenia patients. It is recommended that family members always provide support and motivation to patients.

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Journal Info

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cendekia_medika

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Subject

Nursing Public Health

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This journal is intended as a medium for communication among stakeholders on health research such as researchers, educators, students, practitioners of Health Office, Department of Health, Public Health Service center, as well as the general public who have an interest in the matter. This journal ...