The Development of Daily Activities Schedule for Depressive Patients
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This research was conducted to investigate the correlation between daily activity schedule and depression in depressive patients and to determine the predictive value of structured daily activities in alleviating depressive symptoms. The research design used was quantitative descriptive research design and a sample of 500 depressive patients aged 18-30 years in Islamabad and Wah Cantt, Pakistan was used. The instruments used in the study were the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) and a researcher-constructed Daily Activity Schedule (DAS). The results showed that the participants were moderately engaged in daily activities with relatively high levels of depression. The Pearson correlation analysis showed that there was a weak negative correlation between the daily activity schedule and depression but the correlation was not significant (r = -0.078, p > 0.05). Moreover, regression analysis revealed that the activity schedule per day was not a significant predictor of depression. These results indicate that although the daily activity scheduling can help in enhancing the functioning of the depressive patients, it cannot be used as a stand-alone intervention to alleviate depressive symptoms. The research indicates that there is a necessity of holistic treatment methods that combine behavioural, psychological, and medical interventions. It adds to the literature by offering empirical data on the weak independent impact of activity-based interventions in clinical settings and the significance of multi-dimensional approaches to depression management.
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