Sexual Need and Related Stress among Patients with Disability Related To Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) and Their Spouses.
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 5
Abstract
Spinal Cord Injury is a global epidemic. It results in partial or complete disability. The life expectancy of these patients is also increased. The rehabilitation team is addressing physical needs. To assess the sexual need and related stress among patients with disability related to SCI and their spouses a descriptive study was conducted in in the Physical Medical and Rehabilitation OPD, Rehabilitation institute of the Christian Medical College, Vellore and the nearby villages in Vellore . The sample size was 30 patients and 30 spouses, chosen by purposive sampling technique. The investigator used a demographic variable Performa, - Perception of sexual need was assessed using modified Dr. Williams E Snell’s combined Multi Dimensional Sexual Self Concept and Sexuality Scale. Stress level was assessed by using modified Dr.Hari.S.chandran stress inventory tool. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics, Chi square, and the Independent Ttest. There was no significant association between perception of sexual need and perceived stress level (p >0.05).
Authors and Affiliations
N. THENMOZH, Mrs. Selva Titus, Mrs. Rebecca, Dr. Raji Mathew
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