Objective: Evaluating the effectiveness of training in self-management and coping skills for patients with PD

Background: The Parkinson’s Patients Support Organization Ethiopia (PPSO-E) implemented a training program for 341 PD patients over the course of one year, from November 2023 to September 2024. The goal was to improve participants’ skills in managing their condition and coping with its challenges

Method: A mixed-methods approach was employed, both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Pre- and post-training assessments were conducted to measure the improvements in self-management and coping skills. Descriptive statistical analyses were carried out for the quantitative survey data using IBM SPSS V 25 software, while thematic analysis through a hybrid coding approach was used for the qualitative data analysis

Results: Two hundred eighty-nine PD patients (85%) exhibited significant improvements in their self-management and coping skills after they participated in the training. Qualitative insights indicated the training has greatly transformed the experiences and quality of life of PD patients which is demonstrated by significant improvements in the understanding of PD, better management of symptoms, and enhanced emotional well-being.

Conclusion: The findings of the study suggest that self-management and coping skills training has effectively enhances the well-being of PD patients. The findings further demonstrated the vital role of training programs focused on soft skills in improving the quality of life of individuals with PD, particularly in settings with limited resources.

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