Mood and peak flow in asthma

Browne, Susannah; Hyland, M E

doi:10.1016/0140-6736(92)91022-z

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Asthma

Schmaling

Lehrer

Feldman

et al. 2003

Handbook of Psychology

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Asthma is a common and costly condition in the United States; 7.5% of the population reports having asthma. Asthma prevalence and mortality rates have been increasing in recent decades; purely biological mechanisms are insufficient to explain asthma onset, exacerbation, or its rising prevalence. This chapter reviews the application of psychological theories to the understanding of asthma; the effects of stress and mood states on asthma; and the prevalence and effects of comorbid psychiatric disorders among persons with asthma. We also provide an overview of medical treatments for asthma, and discuss challenges related to adherence with those treatments. Behavioral and other psychological interventions are reviewed that directly or indirectly affect asthma. Suggestions for future research needs and directions conclude the chapter.

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Asthma

Schmaling

Lehrer

Feldman

et al. 2003

Handbook of Psychology

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Interaction of asthmatics and their spouses: A preliminary study of individual differences

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Wamboldt

Telford

et al. 1996

J Clin Psychol Med Settings

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Some asthmatics show evidence of airways reactivity triggered by strong emotions. Six case studies of married patients with severe asthma are reported. The videotaped interactions of the asthmatic and his/her spouse were coded for affect and behavior. Repeated measures of pulmonary function and affective state were recorded before and after two interaction tasks. Over the course of the experimental period, two patients' pulmonary function improved and four patients' deteriorated. In general, decreased pulmonary function was associated with more self-rated hostility and depression. The results are discussed in terms of their implications for the intra- and interpersonal factors that are important in asthma management.

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