Psychological Management of Asthma: Single Case Design by Naveen Grover, George D’Souza, K. Thennarasu and V. Kumaraiah
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The present paper highlights the role of cognitive behavioural intervention in the management of asthma. A single case study design with preintervention, post-intervention and follow-up assessments was followed. Tools used for assessment were asthma symptom checklist, asthma diary, asthma bother profile, asthma quality of life, Hospital anxiety and depression scale, and Peak expiratory flow rate meter. Cognitive behavioural intervention was carried out in 10 twice weekly sessions after pre-assessment. Postassessment at 8 weeks interval showed significant improvement in asthma symptoms, distress, anxiety, quality of life and peak flow. Follow up at 12 weeks showed further improvement. Cognitive behavioural intervention comprised of cognitive restructuring, asthma education, self-management skills, breathing exercises, imaginary rehearsal, activity scheduling and homework assignments. In conclusion it appears that, psychological intervention improves management of asthma.
About Psychological Management of Asthma: Single Case Design by Naveen Grover, George D’Souza, K. Thennarasu and V. Kumaraiah
Journal of Indian Health Psychology Vol. 1, No. 1, September, 2006