Nursing Genius Journal
Vol. 1 No. 4 (2024): Nursing Genius Journal Vol. 1 No. 4 October 2024

Psychological Well-Being in Family Caregivers of Stroke Patients

Rida Dwika Iriani (Bani Saleh University, Indonesia)
Amzal Mortin Andas (Bani Saleh University, Indonesia)
Ashar Prima (Bani Saleh University, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Oct 2024

Abstract

Background: Stroke remains a major health concern in Indonesia, with rising morbidity and mortality rates annually. The psychological wellbeing of caregivers is crucial to ensure optimal care for their family members. Objective: This study aims to examine the psychological well-being of family caregivers of stroke patients. Methods: A quantitative descriptive approach was employed, with non-probability sampling. The study population consisted of 100 family caregivers of stroke patients from two regions (Bogor and Bekasi). Data were collected using the Ryff’s Scale of Psychological Well-Being (RPWB) questionnaire, comprising 18 statements representing six dimensions of psychological well-being. Results: The findings revealed that 68% of caregivers exhibited high psychological well-being, with an average score above 96.18. The dimensions were ranked from lowest to highest: purpose in life (48%), environmental mastery (54%), autonomy (58%), self-acceptance (68%), personal growth (68%), and positive relations with others (73%). The most dominant dimension was positive relations (73%), followed by self-acceptance and personal growth. Conclusion: Family caregivers of stroke patients generally demonstrate high psychological well-being.

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nursinggeniusjournal

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Health Professions Nursing Public Health

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The Nursing Genius Journal (NGJ) is a journal that encompasses all fields of nursing, including Basic Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Emergency Nursing, Gerontological Nursing, Community Nursing, Family Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Maternity Nursing, Nursing Management, ...