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Swindells T, Iddon J, Dickson JM. The Role of Adaptive Goal Processes in Mental Wellbeing in Chronic Pain. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:1278. [PMID: 36674033 PMCID: PMC9859351 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20021278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Chronic pain, experienced as pain persisting for three months or longer, is associated with risk of poor mental health and disability. Research has implicated adaptive goal processes as important to mental wellbeing in a range of populations. However, research has rarely assessed these mechanisms in relation to pain characteristics and mental wellbeing in chronic pain populations. This study aimed to examine the potentially mediating roles of goal flexibility and goal tenacity in the relationships between pain intensity and pain interference and mental wellbeing among individuals with chronic pain. Community members who self-identified as experiencing non-cancer chronic pain (N = 315) completed an online self-report survey on goal tenacity, goal flexibility, mental wellbeing, pain intensity, and pain interference. Unexpectedly, pain intensity was not significantly related to mental wellbeing, when controlling for pain interference. However, pain interference was directly and significantly associated with mental wellbeing. Both goal flexibility and goal tenacity mediated the relationship between pain interference and mental wellbeing, whilst controlling for pain intensity. The results provide support for the protective role of adaptive goal processes in mental wellbeing in those with chronic pain and highlight the importance of pain interference in relation to mental wellbeing.
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- Tara Swindells
- Psychology Division, School of Arts & Humanities, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup 6027, Australia
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- Department of Clinical Health Psychology, Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, Southport L34 1PJ, UK
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- Psychology Division, School of Arts & Humanities, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup 6027, Australia
- Exercise Medicine Research Institute, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup 6027, Australia
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Roux L, Gustin SM, Newton-John TR. To persist or not to persist? The dilemma of goal adjustment in chronic pain. Pain 2022; 163:820-823. [PMID: 34581284 PMCID: PMC9009318 DOI: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000002503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2021] [Revised: 09/19/2021] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Lawrence Roux
- Graduate School of Health, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
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- Neuroscience Research Australia, Sydney, Australia
- School of Psychology, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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Scobbie L, Thomson K, Pollock A, Evans J. Goal adjustment by people living with long-term conditions: A scoping review of literature published from January 2007 to June 2018. Neuropsychol Rehabil 2021; 31:1314-1345. [PMID: 32525446 DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2020.1774397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Long-term health conditions can limit achievement of personal goals. We aimed to map and synthesize definitions of goal adjustment, theoretical underpinnings, associations with recovery and supportive interventions for adults with long-term conditions. We searched multiple databases (January 2007-June 2018) and identified peer-reviewed research relating to goal adjustment. Data were charted, mapped and synthesized using content analysis and descriptive summaries. Two stakeholder consultations informed the review. Ninety-one articles were included. A range of long-term conditions were represented including cancer (22%), stroke (12%) and mixed neurological conditions (8%). Goal adjustment was one available option when faced with unattainable goals; other options were goal disengagement and goal re-engagement. Most studies were quantitative (58%), reporting mainly positive associations between goal adjustment, disengagement, reengagement and recovery. The Dual Process Model, Goal Adjustment Model and Self-Regulation Theory were most cited underpinning models/theory. Five interventions were identified; only one (self-system therapy) was evaluated in a randomized controlled trial. Our review provides original and significant insights into goal adjustment definitions, theoretical underpinnings and association with recovery. Effective interventions to support goal adjustment, disengagement and reengagement are lacking. This research-practice gap warrants attention to ensure people with long-term conditions are optimally supported when facing unattainable goals.
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- Lesley Scobbie
- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Gartnavel Royal Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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Baker N, Lawn S, Gordon SJ, George S. Older Adults' Experiences of Goals in Health: A Systematic Review and Metasynthesis. J Appl Gerontol 2020; 40:818-827. [PMID: 32396500 DOI: 10.1177/0733464820918134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Objective: To synthesize older adults' experiences and perceptions of goal setting and pursuit within health systems. Methods: Six databases were searched to May 2019 using a combination of MeSH and free text terms. Included papers were written in English and reported original qualitative research for participants aged 65 years and older. Participant quotes from the results sections of included studies were gathered for thematic analysis and synthesis. Results: Initial search yielded 9,845 articles, and 134 were identified for full-text review. Fifteen papers were included in the final synthesis. Two main themes were identified: enablers (intrinsic and extrinsic) and barriers (personal and system). Conclusion: Older adults' self-belief is the strongest enabler for goal activities, enhanced by a personalized coaching approach from health staff. Conversely, inconsistent goal terminology confuses patients and reduces engagement. Likewise, fatigue has profound physical and cognitive impact on patients' ability to engage and participate in goals.
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- Nicky Baker
- Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Arewasikporn A, Roepke AM, Turner AP, Alschuler KN, Williams RM, Amtmann D, Molton IR. Goal Pursuit, Goal Adjustment, and Pain in Middle-Aged Adults Aging With Physical Disability. J Aging Health 2019; 31:214S-240S. [PMID: 31718416 DOI: 10.1177/0898264319827142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Objective: Aging with physical disability disrupts one's ability to achieve valued goals due to changes in symptoms and function. It is unclear how to cope optimally in this context. This study examined whether two possible strategies-tenacious goal pursuit (TGP) and flexible goal adjustment (FGA)-were associated with reduced pain interference and depressive symptoms and greater well-being, and protected against pain intensity, and FGA was more protective with increasing age and worse physical function. Method: Middle-aged adults with muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, post-polio syndrome, or spinal cord injury (N = 874; MAGE = 58.3 years, range = 46-68; MDISEASEDURATION = 26.2 years, range = 2-67) completed two questionnaires, a year apart. Results: TGP and FGA use was associated with greater well-being. FGA use predicted decreased depressive symptoms. Concurrent use of both predicted decreased pain interference. Discussion: Adults with disability employ a variety of goal management strategies. Findings support TGP and FGA as potential intervention targets for healthy aging with disabilities.
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- Anne Arewasikporn
- University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, USA.,Veteran Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Veteran Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle, WA, USA
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- University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, USA.,Veteran Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle, WA, USA
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- University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, USA.,Veteran Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle, WA, USA
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- University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, USA
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- University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, USA
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Wettstein M, Wahl HW, Heyl V. Assimilative and accommodative coping in older adults with and without sensory impairment: four-year change and prospective relations with affective well-being. Aging Ment Health 2019; 23:1255-1262. [PMID: 30407084 DOI: 10.1080/13607863.2018.1479833] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Objectives: Sensory impaired older adults may be particularly dependent on coping strategies such as assimilation (or tenacious goal pursuit [TGP]) and accommodation (or flexible goal adjustment [FGA]) to secure high levels of well-being. We investigated if late-life changes in these coping strategies and prospective associations of TGP and FGA with affective well-being vary according to sensory impairment status. Method: Our study sample consisted of 387 adults aged 72-95 years (M = 82.50 years, SD =4.71 years) who were either visually impaired (VI; n = 121), hearing impaired (HI; n = 116), or sensory unimpaired (UI; n = 150). One hundred sixty-eight individuals were reassessed after approximately 4 years. Results: Both VI and HI revealed a decrease in TGP, whereas TGP remained stable in UI. For FGA, a significant increase in HI was observed, whereas a significant decline emerged in UI. Controlling for age, gender, and cognitive abilities, higher TGP at baseline was significantly associated with higher negative affect 4 years later in VI. Moreover, the positive association between baseline FGA and subsequent positive affect was stronger in HI than in UI older adults. Conclusion: Our findings suggest that older adults with sensory impairments reveal trajectories of assimilative and accommodative coping and associations of TGP and FGA with affective well-being that are different from sensory unimpaired individuals.
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- Markus Wettstein
- a Department of Psychological Ageing Research, Institute of Psychology , Heidelberg University , Heidelberg , Germany.,b German Centre of Gerontology , Berlin , Germany
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- a Department of Psychological Ageing Research, Institute of Psychology , Heidelberg University , Heidelberg , Germany
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- c Institute of Special Education, University of Education , Heidelberg , Germany
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Castañeda S, Negrón JB, Baquero JL, Carmona L. Facing arthritis: helping patients to handle their disease and concerns. Expert Rev Clin Immunol 2019; 15:903-905. [PMID: 31423861 DOI: 10.1080/1744666x.2019.1656066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Santos Castañeda
- Department of Rheumatology, Hospital de la Princesa, IIS-Princesa , Madrid , Spain.,UAM-ROCHE, EPID-Future, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) , Madrid , Spain
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- Research fellow and psychologist, Instituto de Salud Musculoesquelética , Madrid , Spain
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- Director and scientific coordinator of the Spanish Patients' Forum , Madrid , Spain
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- Rheumatologist and Director, Instituto de Salud Musculoesquelética , Madrid , Spain
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Van Bost G, Van Damme S, Crombez G. Goal reengagement is related to mental well-being, life satisfaction and acceptance in people with an acquired brain injury. Neuropsychol Rehabil 2019; 30:1814-1828. [PMID: 31030643 DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2019.1608265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE After an acquired brain injury (ABI), the achievement of previous life goals may no longer be feasible. This study examined whether self-reported disengagement from previous goals and reengagement towards new, more feasible goals, are associated with higher quality of life (QOL) and life satisfaction. We also examined whether acceptance mediated these relationships. METHODS Eighty-two individuals (18-68 years of age) with an ABI completed a battery of questionnaires. We investigated the relations between goal disengagement and reengagement on the one hand, and general QOL, disease-specific QOL, life satisfaction and acceptance, on the other hand. Rehabilitation psychologists provided estimates of self-awareness and the extent of motor, communicative and cognitive impairment. RESULTS Goal reengagement, but not goal disengagement, was positively associated with mental QOL and life satisfaction, after statistically controlling for demographic and impairments. Acceptance mediated the relationship between goal reengagement on the one hand, and mental QOL and life satisfaction, on the other hand. CONCLUSION After an ABI, reengagement in feasible goals is more important in explaining mental well-being and life satisfaction than disengagement from unattainable goals. Interventions aimed at identifying and pursuing new, feasible goals may be more helpful than strategies focusing on the loss of blocked goals.
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- Gunther Van Bost
- Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.,CAR Ter Kouter Deinze, Deinze, Belgium
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- Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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Geuens J, Geurts L, Swinnen TW, Westhovens R, Vanden Abeele V. Mobile Health Features Supporting Self-Management Behavior in Patients With Chronic Arthritis: Mixed-Methods Approach on Patient Preferences. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2019; 7:e12535. [PMID: 30907737 PMCID: PMC6452281 DOI: 10.2196/12535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2018] [Revised: 12/21/2018] [Accepted: 01/07/2019] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Background Patients with chronic arthritis (CA) ideally apply self-management behaviors between consultations. This enduring, tedious task of keeping track of disease-related parameters, adhering to medication schemes, and engaging in physical therapy may be supported by using a mobile health (mHealth) app. However, further research is needed to determine which self-management features are valued most by adult patients with CA patients. Objective The aim of this study was to determine the preference of features for an mHealth app to support self-management behavior in patients with CA. In addition, we aimed to explore the motives behind these ratings. Methods A mixed-methods approach was used to gather information from 31 adult patients (14 females), aged 23 to 71 years (mean 51 [SD 12.16]), with CA. Structured interviews were conducted to gather data pertaining to preferences of app features. Interviews were analyzed qualitatively, whereas ratings for each of the 28 features studied were analyzed quantitatively. Results In general, patients with CA favored the use of features pertaining to supporting active and direct disease management, (eg, medication intake and detecting and alarming of bad posture), helping them to keep a close watch on their disease status and inform their health care professional (eg, providing a means to log and report disease-related data) and receiving personalized information (eg, offering tailored information based on the patient’s health data). Patients strongly disliked features that provide a means of social interaction or provide incentivization for disease-related actions (eg, being able to compare yourself with other patients, cooperating toward a common goal, and receiving encouragement from friends and/or family). Driving these evaluations is the finding that every patient with CA hurts in his/her own way, the way the disease unfolds over time and manifests itself in the patient and social environment is different for every patient, and patients with CA are well aware of this. Conclusions We have offered an insight into how patients with CA favor mHealth features for self-management apps. The results of this research can inform the design and development of prospective self-management apps for patients with CA.
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- Jonas Geuens
- e-Media Research Lab, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- e-Media Research Lab, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Division of Rheumatology, Universitaire Ziekenhuizen Gasthuisberg, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Development and Regeneration, Skeletal Biology and Engineering Research Center, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Division of Rheumatology, Universitaire Ziekenhuizen Gasthuisberg, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Development and Regeneration, Skeletal Biology and Engineering Research Center, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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Van Damme S, Kindt S, Crombez G, Goubert L, Debruyne J. The relation between goal adjustment, goal disturbance, and mental well-being among persons with multiple sclerosis. Psychol Health 2019; 34:645-660. [PMID: 30688085 DOI: 10.1080/08870446.2018.1556272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study investigated the role of goal adjustment, i.e. disengaging from blocked goals and reengaging into alternative goals, in mental well-being and goal disturbance in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS). DESIGN A cross-sectional design was used with self-report data from questionnaires and Personal Project Analysis (PPA). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Dependent variables were mental well-being, indicated by depression/anxiety (HADS; Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale) and mental functioning (SF-36; Short Form Health Survey), and goal disturbance, indicated by goal manageability and goal interference (PPA). Independent variables were patient-reported physical impairment (SF-36) and goal disengagement and reengagement (GAS; Goal Adjustment Scale). RESULTS Higher goal reengagement was associated with better mental well-being, but unrelated to goal disturbance. Goal disengagement only showed a negative association with anxiety. High disengagement was associated with lower goal interference but only for those also scoring high on reengagement. Goal adjustment did not buffer the effects of physical impairment on mental well-being and goal disturbance. Contrary to expectations, higher goal reengagement increased the association between physical impairment and goal interference. CONCLUSION Although goal reengagement is associated with better mental well-being in persons with MS, it might also strengthen the perceived effect of physical impairment on goal interference.
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- Stefaan Van Damme
- a Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology , Ghent University , Ghent , Belgium
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- a Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology , Ghent University , Ghent , Belgium
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- a Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology , Ghent University , Ghent , Belgium
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- a Department of Experimental-Clinical and Health Psychology , Ghent University , Ghent , Belgium
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- b Department of Neurology , Ghent University Hospital , Ghent , Belgium
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Arends RY, Bode C, Taal E, Van de Laar MAFJ. A goal management intervention for patients with polyarthritis and elevated levels of depressive symptoms: a quasiexperimental study. Disabil Rehabil 2018; 42:957-966. [PMID: 30453793 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2018.1513086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Purpose: Goal was to establish whether an intervention that aims to increase goal management competencies is effective in decreasing elevated levels of depressive symptoms and increasing well-being in patients with polyarthritis.Materials and methods: Eighty-five persons with polyarthritis and elevated levels of depressive symptoms participated in the goal management intervention consisting of six group-based meetings. A quasiexperimental design with baseline measurement, follow-up at 6 months and a reference group of 151 patients from an observational study was applied. Primary outcome was depression; secondary outcomes were anxiety, purpose in life, positive affect, satisfaction with participation, goal management strategies, and arthritis self-efficacy. A linear mixed model procedure was applied to evaluate changes in outcomes.Results: No improvement was found for depressive symptoms and no changes were found for the secondary outcomes, except for positive affect that improved in the intervention group. This increase was mediated by an increase in goal adjustment. Furthermore, goal maintenance decreased and self-efficacy for other symptoms increased in the intervention group.Conclusion: This study indicates that interventions designed to aid patients with arthritis with goal management skills are potentially helpful for increasing positive affect, although further studies are needed.Implications for rehabilitationPeople with polyarthritis have to manage their disease in combination with possibly conflicting roles and personal goals, resulting in an ongoing process of finding equilibrium in a constantly changing situation.Based on a person-focused view, the program Right on Target focused on coping with threatened activities and life goals due to arthritis.The program consisted of six group-based meetings led by a trained nurse and a personal trajectory wherein participants were stimulated to try out various behavioral options related to an own threatened activity in concordance with their personal goals.The program seemed effective in increasing flexible goal adjustment and self-efficacy and participants experienced more positive affect directly after the program and at 6-month follow-up.
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- Roos Y Arends
- Department of Psychology, Health & Technology, Arthritis Centre Twente, University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology, Health & Technology, Arthritis Centre Twente, University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology, Health & Technology, Arthritis Centre Twente, University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
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- Department of Psychology, Health & Technology, Arthritis Centre Twente, University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands.,Department for Rheumatology, Arthritis Centre Twente, Medisch Spectrum Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
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Leon L, Redondo M, Fernández-Nebro A, Gómez S, Loza E, Montoro M, Garcia-Vicuña R, Galindo M. Expert recommendations on the psychological needs of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatol Int 2018; 38:2167-2182. [PMID: 29808295 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-018-4057-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2018] [Accepted: 05/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To establish feasible and practical recommendations for the management of the psychological needs of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) from the moment of diagnosis through the course of the disease. METHODS A nominal group meeting was held with an RA expert team including rheumatologists and psychologists, at which a guided discussion addressed the most important psychological and emotional needs in RA. Based on the comments collected, and a literature review, a matrix document of recommendations for telematics discussion was prepared, as well as a Delphi survey to test agreement with these recommendations. Agreement was defined if at least 80% of participants voted ≥ 7 (from 1, totally disagree to 10, totally agree). For each recommendation, the level of evidence and grading of recommendations was established following the Oxford criteria, and the degree of agreement through the Delphi. RESULTS Thirteen recommendations were established, addressing several key processes: (1) identification of psychological problems and needs in patients with RA, and a guideline for their management in daily practice; (2) communication with patients; (3) referral criteria to mental health professionals. CONCLUSIONS These recommendations are intended to help health care professionals openly address the psychological aspects of patients in daily practice to follow and treat them properly.
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- Leticia Leon
- Rheumatology Unit, IDISSC, San Carlos Clinical Hospital, Madrid, Spain.,Faculty of Heath Sciences, Camilo José Cela University, Madrid, Spain
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- Faculty of Heath Sciences, Camilo José Cela University, Madrid, Spain
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- Rheumatology Clinical Management Unit, Biomedical Research Institute in Malaga (IBIMA), Regional University Hospital in Malaga, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain
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- Pfizer Medical Department, Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain
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- Pfizer Medical Department, Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain
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- Rheumatology Service, 12 de Octubre University Hospital, Av. Cordoba, s/n, 28041, Madrid, Spain.
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Berdal G, Sand-Svartrud AL, Bø I, Dager TN, Dingsør A, Eppeland SG, Hagfors J, Hamnes B, Nielsen M, Slungaard B, Wigers SH, Hagen KB, Dagfinrud HS, Kjeken I. Aiming for a healthier life: a qualitative content analysis of rehabilitation goals in patients with rheumatic diseases. Disabil Rehabil 2017; 40:765-778. [PMID: 28084842 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2016.1275043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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PURPOSE To explore and describe rehabilitation goals of patients with rheumatic diseases during rehabilitation stays, and examine whether goal content changed from admission to discharge. METHOD Fifty-two participants were recruited from six rehabilitation centers in Norway. Goals were formulated by the participants during semi-structured goal-setting conversations with health professionals trained in motivational interviewing. An inductive qualitative content analysis was conducted to classify and quantify the expressed goals. Changes in goal content from admission to discharge were calculated as percentage differences. Goal content was explored across demographic and contextual characteristics. RESULTS A total of 779 rehabilitation goals were classified into 35 categories, within nine overarching dimensions. These goals varied and covered a wide range of topics. Most common at admission were goals concerning healthy lifestyle, followed by goals concerning symptoms, managing everyday life, adaptation, disease management, social life, and knowledge. At discharge, goals about knowledge and symptoms decreased considerably, and goals about healthy lifestyle and adaptation increased. The health profession involved and patient gender influenced goal content. CONCLUSIONS The rehabilitation goals of the patients with rheumatic diseases were found to be wide-ranging, with healthy lifestyle as the most prominent focus. Goal content changed between admission to, and discharge from, rehabilitation stays. Implications for rehabilitation Rehabilitation goals set by patients with rheumatic diseases most frequently concern healthy lifestyle changes, yet span a wide range of topics. Patient goals vary by gender and are influenced by the profession of the health care worker involved in the goal-setting process. To meet the diversity of patient needs, health professionals need to be aware of their potential influence on the actual goal-setting task, which may limit the range of topics patients present when they are asked to set rehabilitation goals. The proposed framework for classifying goal content has the capacity to detect changes in goals occurring during the rehabilitation process, and may be used as a clinical tool during goal-setting conversations for this patient group.
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- Gunnhild Berdal
- a Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Rehabilitation in Rheumatology , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway
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- a Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Rehabilitation in Rheumatology , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway.,b Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Unit for Rehabilitation for Rheumatic Patients , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway
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- c Department of Rehabilitation , Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases , Lillehammer , Norway
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- a Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Rehabilitation in Rheumatology , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway.,b Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Unit for Rehabilitation for Rheumatic Patients , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway
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- d Department of Rheumatology , Betanien Hospital , Skien , Norway
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- e Department of Rheumatology , Sørlandet Hospital , Arendal , Norway
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- f The Norwegian Rheumatism Association , Oslo , Norway
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- g Department of Self-management , Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases , Lillehammer , Norway
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- h Department of Rheumatology , Martina Hansens Hospital , Bærum , Norway
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- a Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Rehabilitation in Rheumatology , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway
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- a Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Rehabilitation in Rheumatology , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway
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- a Department of Rheumatology, Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Rehabilitation in Rheumatology , Diakonhjemmet Hospital , Oslo , Norway
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Arends RY, Bode C, Taal E, Van de Laar MA. A mixed-methods process evaluation of a goal management intervention for patients with polyarthritis. Psychol Health 2016; 32:38-60. [DOI: 10.1080/08870446.2016.1240173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Gåfvels C, Hägerström M, Rane K, Wajngot A, Wändell PE. Coping strategies among patients newly diagnosed with diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis at baseline and after 24 months. J Health Psychol 2016; 23:1273-1286. [PMID: 27240680 DOI: 10.1177/1359105316648759] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
Abstract
Patients aged 18-65 years with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus ( n = 89) or rheumatoid arthritis ( n = 100) were studied by the General Coping Questionnaire at baseline and after 24 months. In total, 34 diabetes mellitus and 46 rheumatoid arthritis patients were diagnosed with psychosocial problems. The use of negative coping strategies, such as protest, isolation, and intrusion, was associated mostly with being classified as having psychosocial problems. With the risk of experiencing a strong impact of the disease at 2 years of follow-up as outcome, intrusion was a significant and independent risk factor, while minimization was a significant and independent protective factor.
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Affiliation(s)
- Catharina Gåfvels
- 1 Karolinska University Hospital, Sweden.,2 Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
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- 2 Karolinska Institutet, Sweden.,3 Academic Primary Health Care Centre, Sweden
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