@article{103234,
  keywords = {Self-care, Self-care practices, Disability, People affected by leprosy, Self-efficacy},
  author = {Bakhtiar R and Duma K and Rahayu HK and Sawitri E},
  title = {Improving Self-Efficacy in Self-Care Practices for Ex-Leprosy Patients to Anticipate Increased Disability},
  abstract = {<jats:p>Increased disability in people who have had leprosy may occur due to permanent nerve damage to the hands, feet, and eyes. Consistent self-care can prevent or minimize disability. This community service aims to increase self-efficacy and perform self-care consistently. A knowledge and motivation refresher was conducted for 20 people who had suffered from leprosy with varying degrees of disability. Self-efficacy and self-care activities were evaluated before and after the service activities. The results obtained under conditions that support the improvement of self-efficacy are not good. In the post-tests, there is an increase in all elements of self-care activities, especially the disappearance of odor from wounds, rough hands becoming cleaner and softer, and the use of footwear and gloves when working. Past experiences of successful self-care and support from peers, former leprosy sufferers, and family are drivers of increased self-efficacy in carrying out self-care consistently so that it is hoped that former leprosy sufferers can train themselves to care for themselves in their daily lives.</jats:p>},
  year = {2025},
  journal = {Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (Indonesian Journal of Community Engagement)},
  volume = {11},
  pages = {268-273},
  month = {12/2025},
  publisher = {Universitas Gadjah Mada},
  issn = {2541-5883, 2460-9447},
  url = {https://www.researchgate.net/publication/399154643_Improving_Self-Efficacy_in_Self-Care_Practices_for_Ex-Leprosy_Patients_to_Anticipate_Increased_Disability/fulltext/6952c41a0c98040d48243613/Improving-Self-Efficacy-in-Self-Care-Practices-for-Ex-Leprosy-Pa},
  doi = {10.22146/jpkm.101798},
  language = {ENG},
}