Coping in young people with chronic kidney disease (ckd)

ConclusionIt can be concluded from the interviews that young healthy people and those with CKD alike, utilise a range of coping strategies. The themes derived can prompt researchers to potentially develop a coping measure for a young CKD population. However, a longitudinal study would help to recognise coping strategies young people adopt over time and provide a pathway for the development of a formal coping framework.

Source: Journal of Renal Care - June 1, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Shahid Muhammad, David V. Milford, Amanda Carson, Harry Young, Colin R. Martin Tags: Original Research Source Type: research