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Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Virtual Reality for Reducing Anxiety in Pediatric Endoscopy
(Mdpi, 2025) Bulduk, Mehmet; Can, Veysel; Aktas, Emre; Ipekci, Belkis; Bulduk, Bahattin; Nas, Ibrahim
Background/Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted virtual reality (VR) applications on preoperative anxiety levels and vital signs in children undergoing endoscopy. Methods: A randomized controlled trial design was employed, including a total of 80 children aged 8-17 years (40 in the intervention group and 40 in the control group). Children in the intervention group were exposed to VR applications featuring space and underwater themes, while the control group received standard procedures. Anxiety levels were assessed using the "State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children (STAIC)", and vital signs were evaluated through measurements of systolic and diastolic blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and SpO(2) . Results: VR applications significantly reduced anxiety scores in the intervention group (36.3 +/- 1.9), while no significant changes were observed in the control group (45.4 +/- 2.74) (p < 0.001). Regarding vital signs, more favorable outcomes were observed in the intervention group. Systolic blood pressure was measured as 89 +/- 6.7 mmHg in the intervention group and 96.5 +/- 10.5 mmHg in the control group (p < 0.001). Diastolic blood pressure was 60.8 +/- 4.7 mmHg in the intervention group and 63.8 +/- 6 mmHg in the control group (p < 0.05). Heart rate was recorded as 88.7 +/- 10.1 bpm in the intervention group and 94.5 +/- 14.8 bpm in the control group (p < 0.05). SpO(2) levels were 98 +/- 1 in the intervention group and 96.2 +/- 1.3 in the control group (p < 0.001). Conclusions: AI-assisted VR applications emerge as an effective non-pharmacological method for reducing preoperative anxiety and promoting physiological stability in children. This approach holds the potential to enhance pediatric experiences during invasive procedures such as endoscopy.
Determination of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use Frequency and Related Factors in Children With Epilepsy: a Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study From Eastern Turkey
(Academic Press inc Elsevier Science, 2024) Can, Veysel; Bulduk, Mehmet; Aysin, Nesrullah; Can, Emine Kurt; Aydin, Nihal
Purpose: The aim of this study is to determine the complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) methods used in epilepsy patients admitted to a paediatric neurology clinic in Turkey and to examine the factors affecting these methods. Methods: This study was conducted between October 2022 and March 2023 by using a questionnaire form prepared in line with the literature to the parents (n = 172) of children who were under the age of 18 and who had been diagnosed with epilepsy for at least 1 year and who were followed up in the paediatric neurology outpatient clinic of a secondary care hospital in Van province of Turkey. The principles of scientific ethics and confidentiality of data were complied with in all stages of the study. Results: The study included 172 parents of 172 children with a mean age of 2.95 +/- 0.93 years. In the study, it was found that 37.2 % of the parents had previously used CAM themselves, almost all of the parents (98.8 %) had not discussed the use of CAM with their physician or nurse, half of the parents considered CAM to be dangerous, and 28.2 % wanted to receive counselling to learn more about CAM. It was also found that 28.5 % of the parents used CAM in the treatment of their children. The most commonly preferred CAM among parents in the treatment of epilepsy was religious healing (79.6 %) which is among mind/body practices. It was found that the most common technique used by parents was regular praying (71.4 %). Religious beliefs were effective in the use of CAM in our patient population, while confidence in medical treatment was effective in not using CAM. More than half of the parents who used CAM in their child's treatment reported benefits and reduced seizure frequency. The factors significantly associated with CAM use in children with epilepsy were parental education level, parental CAM use and disease duration. In univariate and multivariate analyses, it was found that a degree below high school increased the likelihood of CAM use by 0.017 and 0.024 times, respectively, compared to being illiterate. Conclusions: Pediatric nurses' routine examination of CAM methods used in paediatric epilepsy patients and the factors affecting these methods is very important in terms of preventing negative effects on child health, effective management of the disease process, ensuring safe use and strengthening communication to improve the quality of care.
Determination of Nursing Students Opinions on the Use of Animal-Assisted Interventions in Pediatric Care and Their Animal Love Levels
(Wiley, 2025) Sarman, Abdullah; Can, Veysel; Tuncay, Suat; Loutfy, Ahmed
Animal-assisted intervention (AAI) integrates animals into health, education, and human services for therapeutic benefits. This study examined nursing students' perspectives and affinity for animals regarding AAI in pediatric care. A descriptive cross-sectional design was used, involving nursing students from a university's Health Sciences Faculty. Data were collected via a sociodemographic form and the & Ouml;ney Animal Love Scale and analyzed using the R programming language. Results showed that 62.6% of participants were female, 30% were first-year students, and 18.7% owned pets. While 83.7% lacked prior AAI knowledge, 4.2% had used AAI. Despite limited awareness, 72.7% found AAI effective, and 52.2% considered it beneficial for children. A mediation analysis indicated that pet ownership positively influenced students' affinity for animals and belief in AAI's effectiveness. Prior AAI experience strengthened this relationship. In conclusion, nursing students had limited AAI knowledge but recognized its benefits. Pet ownership and prior exposure to AAI were key factors in fostering positive attitudes toward its role in pediatric care.
The Effect of Earthquake Preparedness Training Given To Mothers With Physically Disabled Children on Psychological Resilience and Earthquake Readiness Levels
(2024) Adıyaman, Abdullah; Can, Veysel; Sarman, Abdullah
Bu araştırma fiziksel engelli çocuğu olan annelere verilen depreme hazırlık eğitiminin, annelerin psikolojik dayanıklılık ve depreme hazırbulunuşluk düzeylerine etkisinin değerlendirilmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır. Araştırma, Doğu Anadolu Bölgesinde bulunan bir ilde ve Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı'na bağlı özel eğitim ve rehabilitasyon merkezinde, Ocak 2024-Nisan 2024 tarihleri arasına ön test/son test kontrol gruplu deneysel olarak yapıldı. Araştırmanın evrenini, ilde bulunan 56 rehabilitasyon merkezinde eğitim ve tedavisi devam eden fiziksel engeli olan çocukların anneleri oluşturmaktadır. Verilerin toplandığı merkez, örneklem sayısını karşılayan kurumlar arasından kura yöntemi ile belirlendi. Yapılan G*Power analizinde 60 annenin yeterli olacağı belirlenmiş, ancak araştırma 78 anne dahil edilerek tamamlanmıştır. Annelere ön test uygulandıktan sonra basit rastgele randomizasyon yöntemi ile deney (S=39) ve kontrol grubu (S=39) belirlendi. Deney grubunda bulunan annelere hazırlanan eğitim materyali ile depreme hazırlık eğitimi verildi. Anne Tanıtıcı Bilgi Formu, Çocuk Tanıtıcı Bilgi Formu, Afet Hazırbulunuşluk Ölçeği (AHBÖ) ve Yetişkin Psikolojik Sağlamlık Ölçeği (YPSÖ) veri toplama aracı olarak kullanıldı. Veriler SPPSS V26 programı ile analiz edildi. Araştırma sürecinde etik ilkelere bağlı kalındı. Deney ve kontrol grubunun tanımlayıcı özellikler açısından benzer olduğu saptandı. Eğitim öncesi deney ve kontrol grubunun YPSÖ puanlarının benzer olduğu, eğitim sonrasında ise deney grubu lehine artışın olduğu ve bu durumun istatistiksel fark oluşturduğu bulundu (p<0.05). Eğitim öncesi deney ve kontrol grubunun AHBÖ puanlarının benzer olduğu, eğitim sonrasında ise deney grubunda artışın olduğu ve bu durumun istatistiksel fark oluşturduğu saptandı (p<0.05). Depreme hazırlık eğitiminin fiziksel engelli çocuğu olan annelerin hem psikolojik dayanıklılık hem de depreme hazırbulunuşluk ve deprem konusunda bilgi ile farkındalık düzeyinin arttığı tespit edildi. Fiziksel engelli çocuğu olan ailelerin depreme hazırlanması, deprem konusunda eğitim programları ve materyallerin geliştirilmesi ile bilinç düzeyinin artırılması hem ailenin hem de çocuğun güvende olmasına olanak sağlayacaktır. Anahtar kelimeler: Anne, Deprem, Fiziksel engelli çocuk, Hazırbulunuşluk, Psikolojik dayanıklılık
The Effect of Reflexology on Pain, Comfort, and Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Levels of Mothers With Headaches Due To Spinal Anesthesia After Caesarean Section
(2024) Ayşin, Jiyan Tan; Can, Veysel
Bu çalışma, sezaryen doğum sonrası spinal anesteziye bağlı baş ağrısı yaşayan annelere uygulanan refleksolojinin ağrı, konfor ve emzirme öz yeterlilik düzeyine etkisini belirlemek amacıyla yapıldı. Randomize kontrollü deneysel tasarımda gerçekleştirilen çalışma, Ocak 2024- Ağustos 2024 tarihleri arasında Van Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi Kadın Doğum ve Çocuk Hastalıkları Bölümü'nde spinal anestezi ile sezaryen doğum yapan ve doğum sonrası baş ağrısı yaşayan annelerle yürütüldü (Müdahale grubu=30, Kontrol grubu=30). Müdahale grubundaki annelere, her bir ayağa 15 dakika olmak üzere toplamda 30 dakika ayak refleksolojisi uygulandı. Kontrol grubuna ise rutin hemşirelik uygulamaları dışında herhangi bir müdahalede bulunulmadı. Veri toplama aracı olarak Kişisel Bilgi Formu, Görsel Analog Skala (GAS), Doğum Sonu Konfor Ölçeği (DSKÖ) ve Emzirme Öz-Yeterlilik Ölçeği (EÖYÖ) kullanıldı. Veriler, SPSS 26.0 paket programı ile analiz edildi. Araştırma sürecinde etik ilkelere bağlı kalındı. Çalışmaya katılan ebeveynlerin demografik özellikleri bakımından müdahale ve kontrol grupları arasında fark bulunmadı (p>0.05). Girişim öncesinde müdahale ve kontrol gruplarının VAS, DSKÖ ve EÖYÖ ortalamaları arasında anlamlı bir fark olmadığı belirlenirken (p>0.05), girişim sonrasında bu değerlerde istatistiksel olarak müdahale grubu lehine anlamlı fark saptandı (p<0.05). Sonuç olarak, refleksolojinin müdahale grubundaki annelerin ağrı düzeyini anlamlı şekilde azalttığı, doğum sonrası konfor ve emzirme öz yeterliliğini artırdığı belirlendi. Refleksolojinin sağladığı bu faydaların hem annelerin hem de bebeklerin iyilik halleri açısından olumlu katkılar sağlayacağı düşünülmektedir. Anahtar kelimeler: Sezaryen doğum, Spinal anestezi, Refleksoloji, Baş ağrısı, Konfor, Emzirme öz yeterlilik
The Effect of Shotblocker on Pain and Satisfaction During Measles-Rubella Vaccination: a Randomized Controlled Trial
(Elsevier Science Inc, 2025) Can, Veysel; Aysin, Nesrullah; Bulduk, Mehmet; Aysin, Jiyan Tan; Dilbilir, Yusuf
Aim: The study aim to evaluate the effect of shotblocker on pain and satisfaction during measles-mumps-rubella vaccination among infants. Method: A randomized controlled experimental design was used. The study was conducted between August and October 2024 at a Family Health Centre under the Public Health Directorate in eastern Turkey. The sample consisted of 60 infants receiving MMR vaccination, divided into two groups: the ShotBlocker group (n = 30) and the control group (n = 30). Infants in the ShotBlocker group were vaccinated using the ShotBlocker device, while those in the control group underwent routine vaccination without additional intervention. Data were collected using the FLACC Pain Scale and the Newcastle Satisfaction with Nursing Care Scale (NEW-SNCS). Ethical principles were strictly followed. Results: Observations by mothers and nurses indicated significantly lower pain scores during and after vaccination in the ShotBlocker group compared to the control group (p < 0.001). Mothers' satisfaction scores with nursing care were significantly higher in the ShotBlocker group (p < 0.001). Additionally, pulse rates following vaccination were lower in the ShotBlocker group, reflecting reduced physiological stress responses (p < 0.001). Conclusion: ShotBlocker effectively reduces vaccination pain, improves maternal satisfaction, and lessens physiological stress. Its low cost and ease of use support its potential for routine immunization. Further studies are needed to assess its effectiveness across different age groups and clinical contexts. (c) 2025 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.
The Effect of Social Phobia and Peer Pressure on Substance Use Among Adolescents
(Taylor & Francis inc, 2023) Can, Veysel; Kucukoglu, Sibel
Objective The aim of this study was to determine the effect of social phobia and peer pressure on substance use among adolescent. Methods The study was conducted in three high schools in the city of Van/Turkey between November 2015-July 2017. The descriptive study was conducted with 1996 adolescents using face-to-face data collection method. Data were collected using a sociodemographic questionnaire, Social Phobia Scale for Children and Adolescents (SPSCA), and Peer Pressure Scale (PPS). The data were collected face to face in the classroom environment. All ethical principles were observed in the study. Results It was determined that the SPSCA and PPS mean scores of adolescents were at a low level. The mean PPS and SPSCA scores of adolescent were found to be positively and weakly correlated (p < .05). It was concluded that there was a statistically significant difference between the mean SPSCA and PPS scores of adolescent who smoke tobacco and drink alcohol (p < .001). Conclusion As the result of the research, it is identified that substance use among adolescents is at a considerable level. It is observed that several sociodemographic variables are effective in substance use on peer pressure and social phobia perceived by adolescents. It is recommended that school health nurses include the topic "the effect of social phobia and peer pressure on substance use" in training programs.
Evaluating the Relationship Between Inertia Levels and Tendency To Medical Errors Among Nurses in Paediatric Clinics
(Wiley, 2025) Can, Veysel; Bulduk, Mehmet; Adiyaman, Abdullah
ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the relationship between the inertia levels of nurses working in paediatric clinics and their tendency to make medical errors. MethodsThis descriptive study was conducted between April 2023 and June 2023 with nurses working in the paediatric clinics of a training and research hospital in a province in eastern Turkey. The Descriptive Information Form, Inertia Scale (IS) and Nursing Tendency to Medical Errors Scale (NTMSE) were used as data collection tools. The entire population was targeted without using a sampling method, and the study was completed with 221 nurses. ResultsOf the nurses, 52.9% were between 26 and 33 years of age, and 52.0% were female. Additionally, 66.1% were single, 50.7% had an income less than their expenses, and 77.8% held a bachelor's degree. Inertia was significantly associated with age, marital status, income level, professional experience, duration of work and medical error training, while it was found to be lower among nurses who followed scientific publications (p < 0.05). However, there was no statistical correlation between the mean total score of the NTMSE and the descriptive characteristics (p > 0.05). An association was found between age and the falls subscale of the NTMSE, while nurses working in paediatric units exhibited higher malpractice tendencies in the falls, patient monitoring, and material safety subscales (p < 0.05). No statistically significant correlation was found between the IS and NTMSE (p > 0.05). ConclusionThe study determined that the inertia levels of nurses working in paediatric clinics were moderate and their tendency to make medical errors was low. Regular training programmes and professional development activities should be planned to reduce inertia levels and enhance professional performance. Additionally, improving the working conditions of nurses and strengthening supportive monitoring mechanisms are essential to prevent medical errors.
The Impact of Earthquake Preparedness Training on Mothers With Physically Disabled Children: a Randomized Controlled Study
(Nature Portfolio, 2025) Adiyaman, Abdullah; Can, Veysel; Sarman, Abdullah
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of earthquake preparedness training on the psychological resilience and earthquake preparedness levels of mothers with physically disabled children. The study was conducted at a special education and rehabilitation center in a province in eastern Turkey between January and April 2024, using a pre-test/post-test control group experimental design. A total of 78 mothers participated, with 39 randomly assigned to the experimental group and 39 to the control group. The experimental group received earthquake preparedness training. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 26. It was determined that 38.5% of the mothers in the experimental group were between 32-39 years of age, equal numbers of primary (35.9%) and secondary (35.9%) school graduates, 84.6% had nuclear families and 89.7% lived in urban areas. In the control group, 38.5% of the mothers were between 25-31 years of age, 33.3% were primary school graduates, 79.5% had nuclear families and 97.4% lived in urban areas. The experimental and control groups were similar in terms of baseline characteristics. Before the training, Adult Psychological Resilience Scale (APRS) scores were comparable between groups. After the training, the experimental group showed a significant increase in psychological resilience compared to the control group (p < .05). Similarly, Disaster Preparedness Scale (DPS) scores were comparable before the training, but the experimental group showed a significant increase in earthquake preparedness after the training (p < .05). The training enhanced both psychological resilience and earthquake preparedness in mothers, increasing their knowledge and awareness about earthquakes. Developing earthquake preparedness training and materials specifically for families with physically disabled children will contribute to the safety and well-being of both families and their children.
Impact of Social Support and Breastfeeding Success on the Self-Efficacy Levels of Adolescent Mothers During the Postpartum Period
(Bmc, 2025) Can, Veysel; Bulduk, Mehmet; Can, Emine Kurt; Aysin, Nesrullah
BackgroundThis study aimed to explore the relationship between social support, breastfeeding success, and breastfeeding self-efficacy levels in adolescent mothers, as well as the factors affecting breastfeeding self-efficacy.MethodsFollowing ethical approval, The Socio-Demographic Data Form, the Breast Milk and Breastfeeding Information Form, the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Short Form Scale (BFSES) and the LATCH Breastfeeding Diagnostic and Assessment Scale were used to collect data and the study was completed with 163 participants.ResultsThe rate of exclusive breastfeeding was found to be 41.1%. Mothers who exclusively breastfed their babies had higher scores on the MSPSS, LATCH, and BFSES scales. Additionally, breastfeeding self-efficacy levels were higher among mothers who initiated breastfeeding within 1 h after birth. The study also found positive correlations between social support, breastfeeding success, and breastfeeding self-efficacy.ConclusionsIn conclusion, social support networks, including partners, mothers, and mothers-in-law, should be incorporated into breastfeeding training programs to help adolescent mothers leverage these resources effectively.Clinical trial number: Not applicable.ConclusionsIn conclusion, social support networks, including partners, mothers, and mothers-in-law, should be incorporated into breastfeeding training programs to help adolescent mothers leverage these resources effectively.Clinical trial number: Not applicable.
Makroskobik Olarak Verminöz Pnömoni Belirtileri Görülen Akciğerlerde ve Solunum Sistemi ile İlgili Klinik Belirtiler Gösteren Koyunlarda Akciğer Kılkurtlarının Yaygınlığı
(2018) Özdal, Nalan; Aktener, Bekir Oğuz; Can, Veysel
Bu araştırma Van ilinde solunum sistemi ile ilgili klinik belirtiler gösteren koyunlarda ve makroskobik olarak verminöz pnömoni belirtileri görülen akciğerlerde akciğer kılkurtlarının yaygınlığını belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Bu amaçla 120 koyun akciğeri ve 120 koyun dışkısı incelenmiştir. Koyunlarda akciğer kılkurtlarının yaygınlığı akciğer ve dışkı muayenesine göre sırasıyla %85 ve %62.5 oranında bulunmuştur. Enfekte akciğerler ve dışkılarda enfeksiyondan sorumlu türlerden C. ocreatus %80.39; %64, D. filaria %31.37; %32 ve P. rufescens %18.62; %54 oranlarında tespit edilmiştir. M. capillaris’e akciğer muayenesinde rastlanmayıp, dışkı muayenesinde %16 oranında rastlanmıştır. Muayene edilen akciğerlerde toplam 769 adet parazit toplanmış, bunların %30.1’inin erkek, %69.8’inin dişi olduğu görülmüştür. Enfekte akciğerlerin ve dışkıların sırasıyla %71.6; %41.3’ünün tek türle, %26.5; %50.7’sinin iki türle, %2; %8’inin üç türle enfekte olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Enfekte koyunların akciğerlerindeki parazit sayıları ise C. ocreatus’da 1-18 (ortalama 6.23), D. filaria’da 1-30 (ortalama 5.13) ve P. rufescens’de 1-23 (ortalama 4.95) olarak saptanmıştır.
Relationship Between Nursing Students' Levels of Liking Children and Self-Efficacy in Paediatric Medication Administration
(Bmc, 2024) Bulduk, Mehmet; Can, Veysel; Muhafiz, Eda Nur
Background Medication management is a critical aspect of nursing, in particular with respect to paediatric patients, in whom medication errors are prevalent. Enhancing competence in this area requires not only general nursing skills but also targeted educational interventions and emotional support. This study aims to examine the relationship between nursing students' levels of liking children and their self-efficacy in paediatric medication administration, thereby exploring the impact of emotional factors on clinical competence. Methods This descriptive study was conducted with 308 nursing students in their second, third and fourth years of study at a state university in eastern Turkey between December 2022 and February 2023. Data were collected using the Student Descriptive Information Form, the Barnett Liking of Children Scale and the Medication Administration Self-Efficacy Scale. Statistical analysis included the Mann-Whitney U test, the Kruskal-Wallis H test, Dunn's test for multiple comparisons and Spearman's rho correlation coefficient. Results The mean age of the participants was 21.82 +/- 1.94 years, and 68.8% were female. The mean Medication Administration Self-Efficacy Scale score was 52.97 +/- 15.27, and the mean Liking of Children Scale score was 66.65 +/- 15.8. No significant relationship was found between the total score on the Liking of Children Scale and the score on the drug preparation subdimension (p > 0.05). However, a positive but weak correlation was found between the total score on the Liking of Children Scale and the score on the drug administration subdimension (r = 0.137; p < 0.05). Similarly, a positive but weak relationship was identified between the total score on the Liking of Children Scale and the score on the Medication Administration Self-Efficacy Scale (r = 0.123; p < 0.05). Conclusions Nursing students' liking of children is positively, although weakly, associated with their self-efficacy in paediatric medication administration. This result suggests that emotional factors, such as affinity for children, may be relevant when designing nursing education programmes, particularly in paediatric care settings .
The Relationship Between Social Support and Maternal Attachment of Adolescent Mothers and Postpartum Depression in Turkey
(BMC, 2025) Bulduk, Mehmet; Can, Emine Kurt; Can, Veysel; Aysin, Nesrullah
Background Adolescent mothers experience more negative conditions, including postpartum depression (PPD), during the postpartum period compared to other mothers. This study aimed to examine the relationship between social support, maternal attachment levels, and postpartum depression among adolescent mothers in the at-risk group. Methods The research was conducted at a hospital in the city center of Van, located in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey. After receiving ethical approval and study permissions from the hospital, the Socio-Demographic Data Form, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), Maternal Attachment Inventory (MAI), and Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) were administered to mothers who met the study criteria and volunteered to participate. The study was completed with 150 adolescent mothers. Results The parameters influencing the mean EPDS scores were maternal age and the presence of assistance in infant care. The results showed that as the mean scores of MSPSS sub-dimensions (significant other, family, friends), the total MSPSS scores, and the MAI scores increased, the mean EPDS scores decreased. In addition, according to the regression analysis, both MAI (t=-5.206, p < 0.01) and MSPSS (t=-4.221, p < 0.01) have statistically significant effects on EPDS. Conclusion In conclusion, it is recommended that adolescent mothers, as a vulnerable group, should receive support from social networks such as family, spouse, friends, and neighbors during the postpartum period, with special consideration for the cultural context in which they live. More attention should be given to this group during the postpartum period.
Stigma Perception and Health Fatalism in Parents of Children With Epilepsy: a Cross-Sectional Study
(Cell Press, 2024) Bulduk, Mehmet; Can, Veysel
Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the factors that affect stigma perceptions and health fatalism of parents of children with epilepsy in eastern Turkey, the relationship between these and the impact of these on their social lives. Method: This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted between August 2022 and January 2023 with the parents of children under the age of 18 who had been diagnosed with epilepsy for at least 1 year and who were followed up in the only hospital with a paediatric neurology outpatient clinic in Van province of Turkey. No sample selection was made in the study. Healthy parents (n =123) who presented to the outpatient clinic within the specified time period and who agreed to participate in the study after being explained the purpose of the study participated in the study. Results: In this study, parental age was found to have a statistically weak positive correlation with Health Fatalism Scale (HFS) (r = 0.251; p = 0.005). A weak positive correlation was also found between the years patients had epilepsy and Parent Stigma Scale (PSS) (r = 0.275; p = 0.002). In addition, a statistically positive and weak relationship was found between Parent Stigma Scale scores and Health Fatalism Scale scores (r = 0.212; p = 0.018). This study found significant relationships between stigma perception and health fatalism in parents of epileptic children. Stigma perception increased with disease duration and lower parental education levels. Conclusion: While providing an important basis for understanding the difficulties experienced by parents and developing support mechanisms, the present study can contribute to more informed support for parents of patients with epilepsy in the community. Nurses can contribute to ending stigma and discrimination by identifying patients' and parents' perceptions of epilepsy, focusing on addressing gaps in knowledge and raising awareness in the community.