Journal article
Mechanisms of Quality of Life and Social Support in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Abstract
Cognitive and social factors are essential considerations in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patient management, but existing research is limited. This study aims to expand the IBD literature by examining the relationship between social supports and QoL, while examining mechanisms in these relationships. Consenting patients attending an IBD outpatient clinic were provided a survey package (N = 164). Regressions evaluated predictors of IBD-QoL, …
Authors
Katz L; Tripp DA; Ropeleski M; Depew W; Curtis Nickel J; Vanner S; Beyak MJ
Journal
Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, Vol. 23, , pp. 88–98
Publication Date
March 2016
DOI
10.1007/s10880-015-9431-x
ISSN
1573-3572