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Predictors of quality of life: A quantitative investigation of the stress-coping model in children with asthma

Authors: Yvette Peeters, Sandra N Boersma, Hendrik M Koopman

Published in: Health and Quality of Life Outcomes | Issue 1/2008

Abstract

Background

Aim of this study is to further explore predictors of health related quality of life in children with asthma using factors derived from to the extended stress-coping model. While the stress-coping model has often been used as a frame of reference in studying health related quality of life in chronic illness, few have actually tested the model in children with asthma.

Method

In this survey study data were obtained by means of self-report questionnaires from seventy-eight children with asthma and their parents. Based on data derived from these questionnaires the constructs of the extended stress-coping model were assessed, using regression analysis and path analysis.

Results

The results of both regression analysis and path analysis reveal tentative support for the proposed relationships between predictors and health related quality of life in the stress-coping model. Moreover, as indicated in the stress-coping model, HRQoL is only directly predicted by coping. Both coping strategies 'emotional reaction' (significantly) and 'avoidance' are directly related to HRQoL.

Conclusion

In children with asthma, the extended stress-coping model appears to be a useful theoretical framework for understanding the impact of the illness on their quality of life. Consequently, the factors suggested by this model should be taken into account when designing optimal psychosocial-care interventions.

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Title: Predictors of quality of life: A quantitative investigation of the stress-coping model in children with asthma
Authors: Yvette Peeters
Sandra N Boersma
Hendrik M Koopman
Publication date: 01-12-2008
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Health and Quality of Life Outcomes / Issue 1/2008
Electronic ISSN: 1477-7525
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1477-7525-6-24

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Predictors of quality of life: A quantitative investigation of the stress-coping model in children with asthma

Abstract

Background

Method

Results

Conclusion

Keynote webinar | Spotlight on medication adherence

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Abstract

Background

Method

Results

Conclusion

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