The experience of hepatitis C treatment for people with a history of mental health problems: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

Ware, K; Davies, Jason; Rowse, Georgina; Whittaker, Sara

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“…In the context of HCV infection, it is possible that negative illness perceptions may be influenced by the associated stigma. Indeed, a recent qualitative study investigating patient experiences of undergoing IFN-α treatment in those with a history of mental health problems, identified stigma and fear of being judged as a key theme (Ware et al, 2015). There may be biological and psychological underlying mechanisms which potentially drive the association between negative illness perceptions and higher depression and anxiety scores.…”

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Depression and anxiety in patients receiving interferon-alpha: The role of illness perceptions

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Development of psychiatric symptoms during interferon-alpha therapy may be influenced by psychological factors. We examined illness perceptions using the Revised Illness Perceptions Questionnaire in 55 patients with chronic hepatitis C virus infection, due to receive interferon-alpha. The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale was used to assess the development of symptoms. Negative identity, consequences and emotional representation beliefs were significantly associated with both higher depression and anxiety scores. Negative illness perceptions play a predictive role in the development of interferon-alpha-induced psychiatric symptoms.

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Depression and anxiety in patients receiving interferon-alpha: The role of illness perceptions

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A Phenomenological Investigation of Experiences of People Who Use YouTube to Access Support for Borderline Personality Disorder

Monks-Woods,

Andriopoulou,

Grogan

2024

Psychol Stud

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Background Research suggests that individuals with a mental health diagnosis often engage in social media to access support for their diagnosis. However, there is a lack of information on online usage in those diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD). Furthermore, there is little research using qualitative interviews to examine the use of social media, such as YouTube, for psychological support. Purpose The aim of the present study was to explore experiences of YouTube in individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, including its impact on their offline lives. Methods Six participants were recruited on social media; all those who contacted the researcher and met inclusion criteria were interviewed. Semi-structured interviews were used, lasting between 40 and 60 min. Data were transcribed verbatim and analysed using interpretive phenomenological analysis. Findings The analysis produced two global themes: ‘YouTube as a form of self-help’ and ‘YouTube transforming the self’. Limitations All the participants were female, limiting transferability of the findings. Originality This paper is the first to show that YouTube could be used in addition to regular support to initiate recovery for those with BPD. It could provide them with a way to reduce self-stigma, enhance self-awareness and learn coping techniques.

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The experience of hepatitis C treatment for people with a history of mental health problems: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

Cited by 2 publications

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Depression and anxiety in patients receiving interferon-alpha: The role of illness perceptions

Depression and anxiety in patients receiving interferon-alpha: The role of illness perceptions

A Phenomenological Investigation of Experiences of People Who Use YouTube to Access Support for Borderline Personality Disorder

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