Changes in Family dynamics of patients with MDR-TB and assessment of the coping mechanisms adopted by the families- A qualitative study.

Dr. Anusha C P; Dr. Yuvaraj B Chavan; Dr. Aritra Kumar Bose; Dr. Milind Rasal

Volume : VIII, Issue : III, March - 2018

Changes in Family dynamics of patients with MDR-TB and assessment of the coping mechanisms adopted by the families- A qualitative study.

Dr. Anusha C P, Dr. Yuvaraj B Chavan, Dr. Aritra Kumar Bose, Dr. Milind Rasal

Abstract :

The social impact of TB extends beyond TB patient to household members and the larger community. MDR–TB poses greater burden than drug sensitive TB. Understanding the effect of MDR–TB on family and mechanisms adopted by families to overcome them will help in devising strategies for comprehensive care. A qualitative study was conducted in the family members of MDR– TB to assess the effects of diagnosis and treatment of Tuberculosis on the family dynamics and to assess the mechanisms resorted to by the family members to overcome the burdens. In–depth interviews were conducted. Data was coded inductively. Thematic analysis was done using grounded theory. 4 main themes emerged from data. 1. Family members lack appropriate knowledge on MDR–TB, 2. MDR– TB has regressive effects on life of patients 3. Daily Life of family members was impacted 4. Social Networks play important role in coping positively.