An Investigation of the Factors Related to Attitudes Towards Hospice and Palliative Care Among the Bunun Tribe in Taiwan

Completed

• Conditions: Resilience; Hospice Care

• Registration Number: NCT07012265
• Lead Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital

Brief Summary

This study aims to investigate the factors related to attitudes towards hospice and palliative care among the Bunun tribe in Taiwan, with a specific focus on the influence of faith maturity and resilience. A cross-sectional study will be conducted in Lona Village, Nantou County, enrolling 82 Bunun participants aged 20 and above, who have resided in the village for at least 20 years. Participants must possess basic literacy skills and will complete structured questionnaires assessing faith maturity, resilience, and attitudes towards hospice and palliative care. Pearson correlation tests will be used for data analysis, with significance set at p \< 0.05. The expected outcome is to provide empirical data on the relationship between faith maturity, resilience, and attitudes towards hospice care among the Bunun, contributing to healthcare policy tailored to Indigenous communities.

Detailed Description

The detailed design of this study emphasizes the cultural and spiritual dimensions that influence the Bunun tribe is attitudes toward hospice and palliative care. The Bunun tribe's cultural perspectives on death, illness, and caregiving differ from other ethnic groups in Taiwan. Faith plays a crucial role in the daily lives of the Bunun, while resilience reflects their capacity to cope with adversity, both of which may be key determinants of their attitudes toward hospice care.

Validated research instruments, such as the Faith Maturity Scale and Resilience Scale, are used to assess the participant is faith and psychological conditions. Additionally, the Attitudes Toward Hospice and Palliative Care Scale will help researchers gauge the level of acceptance and potential concerns regarding hospice care.

The cross-sectional design allows for the collection of sufficient data for an initial analysis to identify the relationship between faith maturity, resilience, and attitudes toward hospice care. Based on these findings, the research team will be able to provide specific recommendations to improve awareness and acceptance of hospice care among the Bunun and other Indigenous communities in Taiwan, thus contributing to more culturally appropriate healthcare service designs and policies.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-10-11
• Primary Completion: 2024-10-24
• Study Completion: 2025-01-30
• Status Verified: 2025-02
• Study First Submitted: 2025-04-28
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-05-31
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-05-31
• Study First Posted: 2025-06-10
• Last Update Posted: 2025-06-10

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 82

Inclusion Criteria

Aged 20 years or older Resided in Lona Village, Xinyi Township, Nantou County for at least 20 years Literate with at least an elementary level of reading ability to complete structured questionnaires

Exclusion Criteria

Individuals with hearing impairments or speech disorders Individuals diagnosed with emotional disorders by a physician

Study & Design

• Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Explore the current status and related factors of faith maturity, resilience, and attitudes towards hospice and palliative care among the Bunun tribe in Taiwan.	The plan is to collect structured questionnaire responses from 82 Bunun Indigenous people within three months.	Structured questionnaires will be administered to 82 Bunun Indigenous adults to assess: 1. Faith Maturity (FMS, score range: 12-84; higher = greater faith maturity); 2. Resilience (RS-14, score range: 14-98; higher = greater resilience); 3. Palliative Care Attitudes (score range: 20-100; higher = more favorable attitudes)

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Luona Village, Xinyi Township, Nantou City, Taiwan 556; 🇨🇳 Nantou City, Taiwan