UNDERSTANDIG THE MECHANISM BETWEEN DEATH ANXIETY AND SLEEP DISTURBANCE: THE ROLE OF COPING STRATEGIES AMONG PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC ILLNESS

Abstract

The mediating function of coping mechanisms in the connection between sleeplessness and death fear is examined in this study. 250 patients with chronic illnesses were surveyed using a cross-sectional, quantitative design. The findings indicate a strong positive relationship between sleeplessness and death anxiety. This link is highly mediated by coping mechanisms, especially problem-focused coping.  Coping mechanisms that work lessen the intensity of insomnia.  This study uses the Insomnia Severity Index (7 items), Death Anxiety Inventory (15 items), and Brief Cope Scale (28 items).The cross-sectional survey research approach served as the ground work for this investigation.  A sample of patients (N= 250)  with chronic illness (cancer patient,  heart patient  and  diabetic  patient)  will  participate  in  this  present  study.  Information was gathered from the Faisalabad division's hospitals. The technique of purposeful sampling was employed to gather data. Prior to distributing the surveys, the participants gave their informed consent. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.  A purposive sampling technique will be used for data collection.  Data analysis will be done using statistical analysis techniques. The researcher will maintain ethical considerations in their study. Results of present study can help patients to maximize their ability to cope with this disease and also help professionals and psychologist for resolution the issues in the better  way  and  make  special  strategies  to  maximize  their  capability  to  cope  with problematic situation and try to minimize negative thoughts, feelings.