Exploring the relation of health-promoting behaviors to role participation and health-related quality of life in women with multiple sclerosis: a pilot study.
OBJECTIVE
We examined the relation of health-promoting behaviors to participation in life roles and health-related quality of life (HR-QOL) in women with multiple sclerosis.


METHODS
We used a correlational design. Frequency of health-promoting behaviors was obtained from the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile-II. Role participation was measured by the SF-36 Role-Physical, Role-Emotional, and Social Functioning scales, and HR-QOL was measured with the Physical and Mental Component scales.


RESULTS
Eleven significant positive correlations were found among specific health-promoting behaviors (e.g., nutrition, stress management, physical activity, positive interpersonal relations, spiritual growth), role participation, and HR-QOL.


CONCLUSIONS
The findings suggest that involvement in health-promoting behaviors is associated with greater participation in life roles and HR-QOL for women with multiple sclerosis. This study provides preliminary evidence for the use and development of health promotion in occupational therapy treatment.
Tyszka
Andrea Carr
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Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA.
Farber
Ruth S
RS
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D015438:Health Behavior; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009103:Multiple Sclerosis; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011788:Quality of Life; D012380:Role; D055815:Young Adult