Effect of Empowerment-Based Interventions on Self-Efficacy and Self-Care Capacity Among Adults With Sickle Cell Disease

Effect of Empowerment-Based Interventions on Self-Efficacy and Self-Care Capacity Among Adults With Sickle Cell Disease

This study aimed to To investigate the effect of empowerment-based interventions (EBI) on self-efficacy and self-care capacity among adults with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD).

The hypotheses of this study were: Adults with SCD who receive EBI exhibit higher self-efficacy, self- management capacity and HRQoL than those who do not.

A pre-test-post-test control group experimental study was conducted at two randomly selected health centers in Bahrain using a cluster sampling technique. A sample of 68 out of 122 adults with SCD was randomly assigned to two groups. The EBI was implemented through structured small-group discussion sessions, individualized consultations, and follow-up sessions. Individualized consultations for self-management were done by adopting the 5A model (assess, advise, agree, assist, and arrange). Weekly communication was done to check the patient's progress, and both groups were re-evaluated for self-efficacy and self-care capacity after one month.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adult patients with SCD f
• Receiving treatment from primary health care facilities
• Able to read and write
• Having the chance to attend the educational sessions .

Exclusion Criteria:

• A history of mental illness .