2025, Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part A

Author(s): Fagbemi Abimbola Muyiwa, Lawal Ahmed Olaitan, James Ruth Oluwadunni and Osisanya Ayo

Abstract: Persons with aphasia (PWA) often encounter significant challenges that hinder their ability to fully participate in or enjoy daily life, leading to a reduced quality of life. Key difficulties commonly faced by PWA include physical motor impairments, dysphagia, and depression, each contributing uniquely to the overall burden. This study explored factors that influence or predict the quality of life in PWA. A descriptive correlational research design was employed, with 65 participants selected from hospitals in Ibadan, Nigeria, using a multi-stage sampling technique. Three research questions were tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation and Multiple Regression Analysis at a 0.05 significance level. The findings revealed significant positive correlations between quality of life and depression (r = .620, p< 0.05), physical motor impairment (r = .600, p< 0.05), and dysphagia (r = .527, p< 0.05). Together, these variables accounted for 51.7% of the variance in predicting quality of life. Each factor also showed a significant negative relative contribution: depression (β = .358, p< 0.05), motor impairment (β = .257, p< 0.05), and dysphagia (β = .310, p< 0.05). The study recommends the establishment of aphasia support forums for counseling and the integration of speech therapists, physiotherapists, and psychotherapists in early-stage management to enhance quality of life for PWA.

DOI: 10.22271/27069567.2025.v7.i2a.622

Pages: 34-39 | Views: 99 | Downloads: 43

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