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Exploring the Interplay: Sociodemographic Factors and Their Impact on Nonmotor Symptoms and Caregiver Dynamics in Parkinson’s Patients

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Roshin Mary Varkey, Aleena Biju Varghese, Riju Mathew , Ann George
» doi: 10.48047/AFJBS.5.3.2023.199-220

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Background:Parkinson's disease is becoming a common neurodegenerative disorder and there's a growing recognition of the importance of investigating its non-motor symptoms. These symptoms, ranging from cognitive impairment to sleep disturbances, greatly impact patients' quality of life and require more attention in research and clinical practice for better management and care. Thus, it was imperative to conduct this study to establish the actual impact of sociodemographic data among Parkinson’s patients on their non motor symptoms and associated caregiver burden. This in turn would assist in early identification of vulnerable groups and provide appropriate rehabilitation. Methodology: The outcome measure used to assess non motor symptoms and caregiver burden were non motor symptoms questionnaire and Zarit burden interview respectively which are standardized tools. Data was collected to assess the same after informed consent from Parkinson's patients and their caregivers attending the multidisciplinary clinic at our hospital. Data analysis and scoring were done using spearman’s rank correlation coefficient. Result: There is strong positive correlation between age and caregiver burden that is statistically significant. There is a weak negative association between gender, comorbidities, total duration, non motor symptoms and caregiver burden that is not statistically significant. Conclusion: Age is a significant contributing cause for caregiver burden among Parkinson's Patients

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