Mental Health Screening of Medically-Admitted Patients With Cystic Fibrosis

Multi-national studies have identified an increased risk for depression and anxiety among the cystic fibrosis population. People with cystic fibrosis and depression have decreased lung function, adherence, and quality of life, and increased health care utilization. This is a pilot study of mental health screening and referral of patients with cystic fibrosis in a large tertiary medical center.

Source: Psychosomatics - August 28, 2017 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Georgina Garcia, Carolyn Snell, Gregory Sawicki, Laura E. Simons Tags: Original Research Report Source Type: research