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Original Article

An analysis of self-esteem in stroke survivors: the interaction between gender, income, and the presence of a spouse

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Pages 159-164 | Received 25 Jul 2014, Accepted 01 Sep 2015, Published online: 25 Feb 2016
 

Abstract

Background: Self-esteem is considered a significant factor affecting both the emotional and functional outcomes of stroke survivors; however, research on self-esteem in this group is limited.

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the gender-specific effects of income status and the presence of a spouse on the self-esteem of stroke survivors using data from a population-based study in Korea.

Methods: The Korea Welfare Panel Study was used to investigate the gender-specific effects of income and the presence of a spouse on the self-esteem of stroke survivors. Self-esteem was measured using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale.

Results: Males in the general income category had higher self-esteem than males in the low-income category. However, no differences were found in the self-esteem of females by income category. The self-esteem of females without a spouse or partner was lower than the males without a spouse.

Conclusion: Self-management interventions to enhance self-esteem should focus on gender to facilitate patients’ adjustment and rehabilitation after a stroke.

Declaration of interest

The authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.

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