Personal and Social Performance among Patients with Schizophrenia

Abstract

Background: Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that frequently result in significant disruption of personal and as well as social performance. It has significant effect on patients and their participation in social life but in Bangladesh, there is limited information on personal and social performance of the schizophrenic patients. Aim: This study aimed to assess the personal and social performance among patients with schizophrenia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 124 schizophrenia patients who were receiving treatment at selected hospitals and day care centre in Bangladesh. Data was collected by face-to-face interview using a sociodemographic questionnaire and the Personal and Social Performance (PSP) scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and due to the non-normal data distribution, Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal - Wallis test were performed. Linear regression analyses were also conducted. Results: The average PSP score was 38.72, (SD ±19.48) which indicates the low to moderate level of functioning. Significant associations were observed between PSP scores and household activity involvement, anger or aggression control, personal hygiene, and family and social relationships (p < .05). These variables were identified as significant predictors of functional performance in the regression analysis. Conclusion: The study says those who suffer from schizophrenia have significant impairment of personal and social functioning. Personal and social performance depends on performance and quality of functional engagement, practice of self-care, regulation of emotion and relationships. Key Words: Schizophrenia, Personal and Social Performance, Functional Outcome, Bangladesh