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The Mediating Role of Spirituality in Delineating the Interconnection Between Self-Efficacy and Resilience Among the Parents of Children With Newly Diagnosed Diabetes: A Community Nursing-Led Cross-Sectional Study

Shaimaa Mohamed Amin, A. S. Ali, M. Khedr, Abdelaziz Hendy, M. Atta

Journal of Advanced Nursing, 2024

178 participants · 12 citations

Abstract

AIM

This study examined the interplay among spirituality, self-efficacy and resilience in this context.

DESIGN

A cross-sectional study.

METHOD

A total of 178 parents of children newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus; the instruments used for data collection were the Parental Self-Efficacy Scale for Diabetes Management, The Arabic version of The Walsh Family Resilience Questionnaire and the Spiritual Perspective Scale.

RESULTS

Self-efficacy had a significant positive direct effect on family resilience. Spirituality also had a significant positive direct effect on family resilience. Additionally, self-efficacy had a significant positive indirect effect on family resilience through its effect on spirituality.

CONCLUSION

The findings underscore the impact of spirituality and self-efficacy on a family resilience.

IMPLICATIONS FOR THE PROFESSION

Nurses should prioritise self-care and personal reflection to enhance their spiritual well-being. This can help them better understand and empathise with their patients' spiritual needs, allowing for more effective and compassionate care.

IMPACT

Upon the initial diagnosis of diabetes in a child, parents undergo a profound emotional and psychological upheaval. They are faced with the daunting task of managing their child's condition while also coping with their feelings of distress, uncertainty and fear. Amidst these challenges, factors such as self-efficacy and resilience play pivotal roles in determining how parents adapt to and navigate…

How strong is the evidence?

Evidence Hub reads this as a cross-sectional, done in people. Its evidence level is 4 of 5 (Low · observational). Observational designs can show an association but not prove cause. Reported size: 178 participants or records.

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