Background: Caring for a child with epilepsy poses significant challenges for
mothers, particularly when managing seizures and coping with stigma. Aim;
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a nurse-led interactive video
education program in reducing internalized stigma and improving seizure first
aid knowledge and practices among mothers of children with epilepsy.
Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-post design was conducted with 105
mothers received a structured educational intervention consisting of four nurseled sessions supported by interactive videos. Results: post-intervention findings
revealed a significant improvement in epilepsy-related knowledge (Mean ± SD:
11.20 ± 3.10 to 16.45 ± 2.5) and seizure first aid practices (10.75 ± 3.20 to 15.90
± 2.70). Internalized stigma scores also declined significantly (34.10 ± 6.80 to
26.30 ± 5.90). Conclusion: The nurse-led interactive video education program
was effective in enhancing seizure-related knowledge and practices while
significantly reducing stigma among mothers of children with epilepsy. The
findings support integrating such educational interventions into routine care to
empower caregivers and promote safer home-based epilepsy management. |
