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ArticleSpinal cord2026

Perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness in persons living with spinal cord injuries and disorders.

Kelsey L Berryman, Marissa Wirth, Charles H Bombardier, Robert W Motl, Brian Bartle, R Lorie Jacob, Keith Aguina, Sherri L LaVela

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Kelsey L BerrymanCenter of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare (CINCCH), Department of Veterans Affairs, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL, USA. Kelsey.berryman@va.gov.ORCID 0000-0002-5553-067X
Marissa WirthCenter of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare (CINCCH), Department of Veterans Affairs, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-6488-6240
Charles H BombardierDepartment of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-4758-6283
Robert W MotlDepartment of Kinesiology and Nutrition, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-5894-2290
Brian BartleCenter of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare (CINCCH), Department of Veterans Affairs, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-2354-6447
R Lorie JacobCenter of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare (CINCCH), Department of Veterans Affairs, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-3709-7806
Keith AguinaCenter of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare (CINCCH), Department of Veterans Affairs, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL, USA.
Sherri L LaVelaCenter of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare (CINCCH), Department of Veterans Affairs, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-9900-0120

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Craig H. Neilsen Foundation 864046
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Abstract

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designLittle is known about the factors associated with perceived burdensomeness (PB) and thwarted belongingness (TB) in persons living with SCI/D. Similarly, limited studies have examined the Interpersonal Need Questionnaire (INQ) specifically among this population to measure these concepts.

objectivesTo identify variables independently associated with PB and thwarted belongingness TB in individuals living with SCI/D using the INQ.

settingA random sample of community-dwelling Veterans with SCI/D who used Veteran Health Administration healthcare services between 2017-2022.

methodsA cross-sectional, national survey was conducted in 2023 via telephone to collect PB and TB responses along with demographic, injury, and health characteristics. Independent t-tests and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) were performed for bivariate comparisons.

resultsThe overall sample (n = 92) had a mean (SD) PB score of 14 (9.6) and mean (SD) TB score of 28 (13). Individuals with SCI/D who reported significantly higher (p < .05) PB and TB were older at injury onset (60+ years), reported fair/poor general health, had greater frequency of poor physical and mental health days, had dysfunctional sleep, and bowel dysfunction.

conclusionsSubgroups of individuals with SCI/D often have strained relationships and social participation barriers post-SCI/D, that may result in feeling like a burden to others and a lack of belongingness. Efforts to reduce feelings of burdensomeness and improve belongingness should begin by focusing on individuals who are older when they sustain their SCI/D, report poor general, physical and mental health, and experience dysfunctional sleep and bowel complications.

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Interpersonal RelationsSpinal Cord InjuriesVeteransAdultAgedCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and Questionnaires

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