Objective To explore the level of stigma and its influencing factors among young and middle-aged stroke patients,in order to provide a scientific basis for improving their physical and mental health status.Methods Young and middle-aged(aged 18~59)stroke patients treated at the First People's Hospital affiliated with westlake University from January to December 2022 were selected as the research subjects.A general information questionnaire,the Stroke Stigma Scale,the Brief Version of the Psychological Resilience Scale,and the Perceived Social Support Scale were used to assess the patients.Univariate analysis and multiple linear regression analysis were conducted to explore the factors related to the stigma of young and middle-aged stroke patients.Results The average score of stigma in young and middle-aged stroke patients was (44.92±11.68) points.Multiple linear regression analysis indicated that family income(β'=-0.285),educational level(β'=-0.149),daily living ability(moderate dependence:β'=0.182,severe dependence:β'=0.306),level of social support(moderate level:β'=-0.187,high level:β'=-0.293),and psychological resilience(β'=-0.271)were significantly correlated with the stigma of young and middle-aged stroke patients(P<0.05).Conclusion The young and middle-aged stroke patients generally have varying degrees of stigma,which is mainly related to factors such as family income,educational level,daily living ability,psychological resilience,and level of social support.
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