Experiences of the Male Caregivers of Schizophrenic Patients: A Phenomenological Study
- Author:
Hilal Seki Oz
1
;
Yunus Kaya
2
;
Safak Taktak
3
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords: Schizophrenia; Caregiver burden; Male caregivers; Qualitative research; Phenomenological design
- From:ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2023;24(no. 3):1-13
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Purpose:In this study, it was aimed to determine the experiences of male caregivers of people with schizophrenia.
Methods:The study had a phenomenological design as a qualitative research method. Using the purposeful sampling method, 19 male caregivers were included in the study. In-depth interviews were conducted with participants using a semi-structured interview form.
Results:In the thematic analysis, three categories were identified: “The effect of the disorder on male caregivers”, “male caregivers’ perceptions about the disorder”, and “coping patterns of male caregivers”. In addition, three themes and 15 sub-themes were determined.
Conclusion:The study has revealed that male caregivers of schizophrenic patients face many problems in their emotional, social, economic, family and work lives; they need support and information in coping with these problems; and they tend to receive institutional and social support and use spiritual coping strategies in their caregiving. - Full text:202412131155384122917.2023my0012.pdf
