Lovegrove CJ, Sturkenboom IH, Marsden J, Bannigan K. Concept Mapping to Define Components for an Occupation-Based Intervention for Parkinson's Disease and Anxiety.
JOURNAL OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE 2024;
14:181-195. [PMID:
38160365 PMCID:
PMC10836548 DOI:
10.3233/jpd-230150]
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Abstract
BACKGROUND
Anxiety, a common symptom of Parkinson's disease (PD), results in reduced life quality, reduced participation in meaningful roles and daily activities, and increased health burden. There are no evidence-based interventions to reduce the impact of anxiety in PD on participation.
OBJECTIVE
This study aimed to identify the key components required for the co-production of an occupation- and community-based intervention for people with PD-related anxiety.
METHODS
A participatory mixed-methods research study was conducted using online Group Concept Mapping methodology that included five stages: brainstorming, idea synthesis, sorting activity, rating activity, and analysis. A cluster map, pattern match, and 'go-zone' charts were created through multivariate statistical analysis based on participants' responses. The stages were guided by questions generated by the research team working with stakeholders.
RESULTS
Eighty-three people participated, with 64 taking part in more than one activity. Participants included people with PD (n = 72), care partners (n = 6), and occupational therapists (n = 5). The final map contained 119 statements with eight clusters (stress value 0.252): exercise, lifestyle changes, self-help, coping, access to information, professional help, peers and groups, support from others. Significant agreement existed between the importance and feasibility rating activities (r = -0.07). 'Go-zone' charts highlighted the priority statements for intervention development.
CONCLUSIONS
This novel participatory study highlighted priority components that provide starting points for future development of an occupation- and community-based intervention for people with PD-related anxiety.
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