Resilience in Wives of persons with Alcoholism: An Indian exploration

Johnson, Pradeep R; Britto, Carl; Sudevan, Kevin Jude; Bosco, Ashish; Sreedaran, Priya; Ashok, Mysore V

doi:10.4103/psychiatry.indianjpsychiatry_271_14

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“…Our study established a negative correlation between age at onset of dependence and all resilience subscales except for family cohesion and with the resilience total score. A study with spouses of persons with alcohol abuse or dependence, in contrast with our study, found no correlation between age at onset of dependence or age at first consumption of alcohol and spouses' resilience (36). Another study with spouses of alcoholor heroin-dependent individuals also found no significant level of correlation between burden on the caregiver and age at onset (35).…”

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Evaluation of Resilience, Quality of Life and Depression in Family Members of Alcohol/Substance Dependent Patients

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2019

Dusunen Adam

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Objective: The aim of this study was to compare resilience, quality of life, and depression levels in family members of patients suffering from dependence with a control group and to assess the relationship between resilience, quality of life, depression, and clinical features in family members. Method:The sample consisted of 41 female participants who had a family member with a history of at least one year of alcohol or substance dependence with outpatient and/or inpatient treatment and 41 female participants with no history of psychiatric admission or treatment matched to the family members by age, length of education, and marital status. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants and a sociodemographic data form, the Resilience Scale for Adults (RSA), the Short Form-36 (SF-36), and the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) were administered.Results: Levels of resilience and quality of life were lower and levels of depression were higher in family members of alcohol or substance-dependent individuals compared to the control group. Depression scores were negatively correlated with resilience and quality of life scores. Resilience was positively correlated with all subscale scores for quality of life except general health. In family members, there were positive correlations between the duration of dependence and the scores on the family cohesion subscale and between the number of substance withdrawal periods and structured style subscale scores. With regard to family members' resilience and quality of life, levels in siblings were higher compared to those of mothers and spouses, whereas the depression levels were higher in mothers compared to siblings of alcohol or substance-dependent patients. There was no difference between the scores for the family cohesion dimension among family members. Conclusion:Strengthening resilience is important for understanding, preventing, and treating psychiatric conditions. Resilience is a dynamic concept that can be learned and improved; therefore, resilience-enhancing programs may be beneficial in improving the quality of life and alleviating the level of depression in family members of dependent patients.

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Evaluation of Resilience, Quality of Life and Depression in Family Members of Alcohol/Substance Dependent Patients

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2019

Dusunen Adam

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“…This insight is vital for shaping interventions, indicating that enhancing these aspects could bolster resilience in families impacted by AUD. The study suggests various strategies to improve the quality of life for wives of individuals with AUD, such as facilitating access to support groups, community engagement programs, and resources for personal growth [ 25 - 27 ]. These interventions, as highlighted by participants, directly link resilience to the welfare of children, further underlining the importance of supporting the non-AUD husband in their parenting role [ 28 , 29 ].…”

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Parenting Amid Shadows: Exploring the Child-Rearing Experiences of Wives of Individuals With Alcohol Use Disorder

Joseph,

Babu,

Prakash

2024

Cureus

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Introduction: The pervasive impact of alcohol use disorder (AUD) within families, particularly on parenting roles in Kerala, India, necessitates an in-depth exploration. This study aims to uncover the unique challenges and coping strategies employed by wives of individuals with AUD against a backdrop of societal stigma and economic hardship. Methodology: This study, employing a qualitative narrative research design, delves into the experiences of 30 wives of men with AUD in Kerala. The study delves into the complexities of navigating parenting responsibilities amid challenges related to AUD, employing in-depth interviews with the aid of a semi-structured interview guide conducted in Malayalam. The researchers used narrative analysis to extract the themes related to coping mechanisms, resilience, and the impact on children's psychological health. Results: The study highlights significant emotional and social burdens on wives, including solo parenting, financial strain, and social stigma. Despite these challenges, the resilience and adaptive strategies of these women stand out, with extended family support, community resources, and personal beliefs playing crucial roles in their coping mechanisms. The study points out variations in coping strategies across different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. Implications: The findings underscore the necessity for comprehensive support systems sensitive to the socio-demographic differences among families affected by AUD. Tailored interventions that enhance access to professional support, foster community solidarity, and provide economic assistance are critical. Moreover, efforts to reduce stigma and promote understanding are essential for improving the psychological health and overall quality of life of these families.

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“…Self-care is crucial for maintaining mental and physical health, and previous research has emphasized its role in promoting emotional well-being. [ 19 ]…”

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Exploring effective coping strategies for wives living with spouses who have alcohol dependence: Insights from focus group discussions

Quadras,

Anitharani,

Pradeep

2024

Journal of Education and Health Promotion

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BACKGROUND: Alcohol dependence is a prevalent issue worldwide. The wives of persons with alcohol dependence (WPAD) often experience several psychological, physical, and social problems, and it is essential to identify their coping strategies. This study aims to explore the coping strategies employed by WPAD by conducting a focus group discussion (FGD). MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study was conducted among wives of persons with alcohol dependence during their husband’s admission in the departments of Psychiatry and gastroenterology of St. John’s Medical College Hospital, Bangalore, India, using qualitative research with phenomenological design. The inclusion criteria were being married and living with a person with alcohol dependence for more than three years and free from major psychiatric disorders and recruited through purposive sampling for six FGDs, which were conducted using a FGD guide and lasted approximately 60 to 90 minutes. The discussions were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. RESULTS: The study revealed that the WPAD adhered to various coping strategies to face the challenges of living with their husbands with alcohol dependence. It is observed that WPAD used emotion-focused coping, problem-focused coping and avoidance coping. CONCLUSIONS: This study highlighted the effective coping strategies adapted by WPAD to tackle the hardships related to their husband’s alcoholic behavior and most of the WPAD used emotion-focused coping. This study provided valuable insights into the coping strategies used by wives of alcoholics and the challenges they faced in managing their spouse’s addiction.

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Resilience in Wives of persons with Alcoholism: An Indian exploration

Cited by 9 publications

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Evaluation of Resilience, Quality of Life and Depression in Family Members of Alcohol/Substance Dependent Patients

Evaluation of Resilience, Quality of Life and Depression in Family Members of Alcohol/Substance Dependent Patients

Parenting Amid Shadows: Exploring the Child-Rearing Experiences of Wives of Individuals With Alcohol Use Disorder

Exploring effective coping strategies for wives living with spouses who have alcohol dependence: Insights from focus group discussions

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