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Using an exploratory sequential mixed methods design to adapt an Illness Perception Questionnaire for African Americans with diabetes: the mixed data integration process

open access: yesHealth Psychology and Behavioral Medicine, 2021
Background Although qualitative methods have been used to develop quantitative behavioral health measurements, studies rarely report on the exact development process of these questionnaires.
Olayinka O. Shiyanbola   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Emotional dysfunction in schizophrenia spectrum psychosis: the role of illness perceptions

open access: yes, 2006
Background. Assessing illness perceptions has been useful in a range of medical disorders. This study of people with a recent relapse of their psychosis examines the relationship between illness perception, their emotional responses and their attitudes ...
Garety, PA   +29 more
core   +1 more source

The influence of 'significant others' on persistent back pain and work participation: a qualitative exploration of illness perceptions

open access: yes, 2011
Background Individual illness perceptions have been highlighted as important influences on clinical outcomes for back pain. However, the illness perceptions of 'significant others' (spouse/partner/close family member) are rarely explored, particularly ...
King, Nigel   +13 more
core   +1 more source

Tropical illness profiles the psychology of illness perception in Malawi

open access: yesPublic Health, 1997
Psychological and social investigations of tropical diseases can make a significant contribution to understanding and managing many illnesses. One-hundred and seventy-five Malawian university students rated peopled who suffered from AIDS, malaria, schistosomiasis and the 'common cold', on 11 psycho-social dimensions related to illness.
MacLachlan, Malcolm, Namangale, JJ
openaire   +3 more sources

Illness perception of patients with pemphigus vulgaris

open access: yesInternational Journal of Women's Dermatology, 2019
Little is known about illness perception in patients with pemphigus vulgaris (PV). We designed a cross-sectional study to clarify the beliefs about PV.A total of 100 patients with PV (45 men, 55 women) completed the Illness Perception Questionnaire-Revised to assess beliefs about seven aspects of illness perception, including chronicity, recurrence ...
Nasimi, M   +6 more
openaire   +5 more sources

Patient perceptions of treatment and illness when prescribed multiple medicines for co-morbid type 2 diabetes

open access: yes, 2011
Illness and treatment perceptions are vital for people self-managing co-morbid conditions with associated cardiovascular disease, such as type 2 diabetes (T2D).
Elliott, Rachel A; id_orcid   +20 more
core   +1 more source

Identifying transcription factors controlling the basal expression of human MRP4 highlights a substantial role for Sp1

open access: yesFEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
The MRP4 transporter exports several drugs and signaling molecules. Here, we identified key promoter elements regulating basal MRP4 expression. Using reporter assays, we defined a conserved region with essential Sp1 and contributory Ets sites, which controlled basal MRP4 expression.
Debora Singer   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Illness perceptions, social support and antiretroviral medication adherence in people living with HIV in the greater Accra region, Ghana

open access: yesNursing Open, 2021
Aim To assess how illness perceptions and social support influence antiretroviral medication adherence in a HIV patient population in Ghana. Design This study used a correlational research design with cross‐sectional data.
Nella O. Anakwa   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Illness perceptions in depersonalization disorder: testing an illness attribution model

open access: yes, 2007
Depersonalization disorder (DPD) remains poorly understood and controversial in terms of diagnosis and treatment. Little is known about the cognitive representation of this disorder. In this study, 80 participants with DPD were assessed using the Revised
David, A   +17 more
core   +1 more source

Pathways and pitfalls: a qualitative study of student experiences in biomedical science education

open access: yesFEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
Biomedical science students from underrepresented backgrounds face barriers including financial strain, disrupted laboratory access and cultural exclusion. Peer networks provide vital support when institutional systems are difficult to navigate. To create inclusive learning environments and achieve academic success, educators should blend active, hands‐
Olivia J. Russell   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

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