The Correlation between Depression and Self-Efficacy in Haemodialysis Patients: An Indonesian Sample
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Background: Depression is a psychological problem that often occurs in haemodialysis patients and has a negative impact on their physical health. Nurses play an important role in preventing depression and increasing self-efficacy; however, little is known about their role in Indonesian cases. Objective: To determine the correlation between depression and self-efficacy in haemodialysis patients. Methods: Cross-sectional study. The Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II) and General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSS) questionnaires were administered in this study. The Kendall Tau test was used to determine the correlation between depression and self-efficacy. Results: Two hundred and thirty-four respondents who received haemodialysis at hospitals in the Yogyakarta area, Indonesia, participated in this study. A total of 67.5% of chronic kidney disease patients following haemodialysis therapy had a minimal level of depression, and 68.8% of patients had a high self-efficacy level. A significant correlation between depression and self-efficacy in haemodialysis patients (p=0.001) was found. Conclusions: Lower levels of depression in haemodialysis patients have a positive effect on self-efficacy. Reducing high levels of depression through nursing intervention programs. For haemodialysis patients, it is recommended during nursing care to increase self-efficacy levels in this vulnerable population. Qualitative studies exploring factors of depression, such as culture and beliefs, are recommended for future research.
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Culture and Beliefs, Depression, Hemodialysis, Self-EfficacyDownloads
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