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1- University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences
2- University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences ,sa.khanjani@uswr.ac.ir
2- University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences ,
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Objectives:Multiple sclerosis (MS), as a chronic disease of the central nervous system, not
only causes physical and cognitive impairments but also affects family dynamics
and emotional atmosphere. The aim of this study was to compare family
communication patterns (conversation and conformity orientations) and
emotional atmosphere between families with a member diagnosed with MS and
healthy families.
Methods:This was a causal-comparative study. The statistical population included
individuals with MS and healthy individuals. A total of 80 participants (40 in each
group) were selected using convenience sampling. Data collection tools included a
demographic questionnaire, the Revised Family Communication Patterns Scale by
Koerner & Fitzpatrick (2004), and the Hill-Burns Family Emotional Atmosphere
Questionnaire (1964). Data were analyzed using an independent t-test with SPSS
version 26.
Results:The findings revealed significant differences between the two groups in
conversation orientation (p < 0.05) and emotional atmosphere (p < 0.05), with
families of individuals with MS scoring lower. However, there was no significant
difference in conformity orientation between the two groups (p > 0.05).
Conclusion:Families with a member affected by MS face more emotional and communicative
challenges compared to healthy families. Nevertheless, the similar level of
conformity may reflect an effort to maintain family cohesion in the face of chronic
illness. These findings highlight the need for supportive interventions aimed at
improving family communication and emotional well-being in MS-affected
households.
Objectives:Multiple sclerosis (MS), as a chronic disease of the central nervous system, not
only causes physical and cognitive impairments but also affects family dynamics
and emotional atmosphere. The aim of this study was to compare family
communication patterns (conversation and conformity orientations) and
emotional atmosphere between families with a member diagnosed with MS and
healthy families.
Methods:This was a causal-comparative study. The statistical population included
individuals with MS and healthy individuals. A total of 80 participants (40 in each
group) were selected using convenience sampling. Data collection tools included a
demographic questionnaire, the Revised Family Communication Patterns Scale by
Koerner & Fitzpatrick (2004), and the Hill-Burns Family Emotional Atmosphere
Questionnaire (1964). Data were analyzed using an independent t-test with SPSS
version 26.
Results:The findings revealed significant differences between the two groups in
conversation orientation (p < 0.05) and emotional atmosphere (p < 0.05), with
families of individuals with MS scoring lower. However, there was no significant
difference in conformity orientation between the two groups (p > 0.05).
Conclusion:Families with a member affected by MS face more emotional and communicative
challenges compared to healthy families. Nevertheless, the similar level of
conformity may reflect an effort to maintain family cohesion in the face of chronic
illness. These findings highlight the need for supportive interventions aimed at
improving family communication and emotional well-being in MS-affected
households.
Type of Study: Original Research Article |
Subject:
Rehabilitation
Received: 2026/02/22 | Accepted: 2026/04/27
Received: 2026/02/22 | Accepted: 2026/04/27
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