Abstract

RODRIGUEZ-VIDAL, Magali et al. Quality of Life in Schizophrenic Patients. Aquichan [online]. 2011, vol.11, n.1, pp.66-76. ISSN 1657-5997.

The objective of this study was to identify quality of life and related factors in schizophrenic patients who were being monitored by health-care services in Concepción and Arauca (Chile) during April-June 2009. It is a quantitative, correlational, cross-sectional descriptive study. The population in question included all schizophrenic patients (40) who were subject to a short-term stay. The principal variable-quality of life (QOL) was the instrument used and was measured with the SF-36 questionnaire. Socio-demographic and social support variables were included as well, the latter through application of the Duke-UNC-11 questionnaire. The findings of the study reflect an acceptable quality of life, which may be associated with the socio-cultural conditions in the region.

Keywords : Quality of life; schizophrenia; mental health patients; social support; psychotic disorders.

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