An observational study in Caregiver Burden, Pain and Quality of Life, sponsored by Uskudar University. Completed at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Open to female participants aged 18 Years to 65 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-07-01.
Sponsored by Uskudar University · Observational
This study aims to investigate the relationships between pain intensity, caregiver burden, and quality of life in mothers of children with disabilities. Pain intensity, caregiver burden, and physical and mental quality of life will be evaluated using validated outcome measures. The study also aims to determine independent factors associated with quality of life in caregivers.
Mothers of children with disabilities are exposed to substantial physical and psychological demands due to long-term caregiving responsibilities. These challenges may negatively affect pain levels, caregiver burden, and quality of life. However, the relationships between these factors have not been sufficiently investigated.
This cross-sectional observational study aims to examine the associations between pain intensity, caregiver burden, and quality of life in mothers of children with disabilities. Pain intensity will be assessed using the Numeric Pain Scale (NPS), caregiver burden using the Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale, and quality of life using the Short Form-12 (SF-12), including physical and mental component scores. Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression analyses will be performed to determine the relationships between variables and identify independent determinants of quality of life.
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The study population consisted of mothers of children with disabilities who were providing long-term caregiving support. Participants were recruited voluntarily and included mothers of children diagnosed with conditions such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, autism spectrum disorder, hydrocephalus, and other neurological or developmental disorders. Only mothers aged 18 years and older who were able to understand and complete the assessment forms were included in the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
Not Applicable (N/A)
Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale
The Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale is a self-reported questionnaire used to evaluate the level of burden experienced by caregivers. Higher scores indicate greater caregiver burden.
Time frame: baseline
Numeric Pain Scale (NPS)
The Numeric Pain Scale is an 11-point scale ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain) used to assess pain intensity.
Time frame: baseline
Short Form-12 (SF-12)
The SF-12 is a validated health-related quality of life questionnaire consisting of physical and mental component scores. Higher scores indicate better quality of life.
Time frame: baseline
Plan to share: No
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