<![CDATA[Background: Stroke patients take a long time to recover so that self- management is needed to adhere to carrying out rehabilitation and control and prevent repeated attacks which result in worsening conditions. The implementation of self-management in stroke patients is influenced by factors within the individual, one of which is the belief to control their health which is called the term health locus of control. Aims: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between health locus of control and self-management in stroke patients. Method: Type of research Descriptive Correlation with cross-sectional study design. The sample size of 45 people was selected by purposive sampling. The tool used to collect data is a questionnaire, analysis using the Spearman Rank test. Result: The results of the study of health locus of control were mostly 20 respondents (44.4%), self-management was mostly 22 respondents (48.9%). The results of the Spearman Rank test showed a p-value of 0.000, indicating a relationship between health locus of control and self-management in stroke patients. The correlation coefficient value of 0.955 indicates a strong positive correlation. Conclusion: A high health locus of control leads patients to believe that they have control over their own health, making them responsible for their health and compliant with recommendations for stroke management. In conclusion, health locus of control is significantly related to self-management in stroke patients.]]>
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