İlknur BODUR, Hilal TÜZER
Cyprus Journal of Medical Sciences - 2026;11(5):393-400
BACKGROUND/AIMS: In this study, it was aimed to analyze the relationship between disease self-management and psychosocial adjustment of celiac patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study was designed as descriptive and correlational. The data for the study were collected from 279 individuals with celiac disease between 25 July 2024 and 25 October 2024. In our study, the psychosocial adjustment levels of patients with celiac disease were evaluated with respect to various socio-demographic factors (such as gender, marital status, income level, and education level). RESULTS: Analyses indicated that female patients had worse psychosocial adjustment than male patients. Single patients had higher scores on the sub-dimensions of domestic environment and psychological distress than married patients. Participants who had another family member diagnosed with celiac disease demonstrated better healthcare orientation. Increasing age was associated with greater acceptance of chronic disease and better treatment compliance. The results reveal that factors such as gender, marital status, and income level are significant determinants of self-management and psychosocial adjustment among patients with celiac disease. CONCLUSION: To improve the psychological adaptation and self-management among patients with celiac disease, support programs should consider factors such as income, gender, marital status, and age. Financial support should be provided to cope with the economic burden of the diet, and educational programs should be organized not only for patients but also for their families so that they can be supportive in this process.
