Publications by authors named "Yanina Galetskayte"
Open Respir Med J
February 2022
Article Synopsis
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common and challenging condition to treat, largely influenced by factors like smoking and individual illness perception.
- A study of 143 stable COPD outpatients revealed that those with distress showed higher depression and anxiety levels, while those who disregarded their illness were more likely to be smokers and reported less emotional distress.
- The findings suggest that understanding how patients perceive their illness is crucial as it affects their treatment behavior and mental health, highlighting the need for regular monitoring in clinical settings.
