Family Support and Stress Levels: A Correlational Study on Tuberculosis Patients at RSI Sakinah Mojokerto

Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that affects not only physical health but also gives rise to psychological issues—such as stress stemming from prolonged treatment, medication side effects, social stigma, and shifts in family and work roles. Family support plays a crucial role in helping patients cope with psychological stress during treatment. This study employed a quantitative, correlational, cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 50 pulmonary TB patients selected via consecutive sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed through univariate and bivariate methods, specifically the Spearman rank test. The results indicated that 46.0% of respondents received good family support, while 38.0% experienced moderate stress levels. Among respondents with good family support, the majority (56.5%) experienced mild stress; conversely, the majority of those with poor family support (64.7%) experienced severe stress. The Spearman rank test revealed a significant relationship between family support and stress levels (p=0.000; p<0.05). Thus, better family support is associated with lower stress levels among pulmonary TB patients.