YASER M. KATTOAH
DR.MOHAMMED J. ALSHEHRI
Dr. AMANI MOHAMMED S. AlSULAYMANI
Dr. SATAM MSLH ALHARBI
NOURA YASER M. KATTOAH
AMANI ISMAIL H. HAWSAWI
MOHAMMED YASER M. KATTOAH
JAWAHER MOHAMMED R ALSHAHIN
GHADAH ALADHAM M. ALHARBI
RAWAN MOHAMMED ALZAHRANI
OBAID ABDULRAHMAN ALDAWSARI
ABEER MONIR ALSHAHRANI
IBTISAM EID ALBALAWI
Requesting life through the voice of a mediator: A psychosocial study of the effect of mediation in requesting donations between relatives of patients with liver and kidney failure
Abstract
Background:
Liver and kidney failure impose profound physical, psychological, and social burdens on patients and their families. The process of soliciting organ donations from relatives often triggers emotional distress, communication barriers, and relationship tension. Mediation—facilitated by a neutral third party—has been proposed as a psychosocial tool to ease this process and foster informed, empathetic decision-making.
Objective:
This study examined the psychosocial impacts of mediation in facilitating organ donation requests among relatives of patients with liver or kidney failure, focusing on communication dynamics, emotional challenges, and acceptance of the mediator’s role.
Methodology:
A quantitative descriptive research design was employed. The study population included patients with organ failure, their relatives, healthcare practitioners, and administrative staff involved in transplant processes. A total of 1,027 participants were recruited from hospital transplant units, patient support groups, and professional health associations. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering demographic variables and 25 Likert-scale items assessing emotional responses, communication barriers, and perceptions of mediation. Data were analyzed using SPSS for descriptive statistics and interpretation of mean scores.
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