This thesis focused on two important research topics related to COPD exacerbations: (1) impacts of unreported COPD exacerbations on health-related quality of life (HRQL); and (2) impacts of psychological co-morbidities (anxiety and depression) on the risk of COPD exacerbations and hospitalizations....
Our study illuminates the need for continued longitudinal research on post-COVID-19 recovery, focusing on the long-term impacts of personalized PR for patients with PASC. It underscores the importance of integrating mental health services within these programs and investigating the efficacy of remote ...
Furthermore, it is important to encourage maintenance of physical activity to optimize long-term patient outcomes. Here, we review the physiological and psychological consequences of activity-related dyspnea in COPD, assess the efficacy of modern management strategies in improving this common respiratory ...
Nutrition also impacts COPD prognosis, with targeted therapies essential for managing involuntary weight loss and muscle atrophy. Moreover, sleep, vital for physical recovery and mental well-being, profoundly influences mood, cognition, and overall quality of life in COPD patients, underscoring its ...
Using mind-body medicine to reduce the long-term health impacts of COVID-specific chronic stress. Front Psych. 2021;12: 585952. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2021.585952. Article Google Scholar Bhattacharyya KK, Hueluer G, Meng H, Hyer K. Movement-based mind-body practices and cognitive ...
While anyone can be infected by the virus, the presence of certain chronic diseases has been shown to exacerbate the severity of the infection. There is a likelihood that knowledge of this information may lead to negative psychological impacts among people with chronic illness. We hypothesized that...
Research suggests that stays in a forest promote relaxation and reduce stress compared to spending time in a city. The aim of this study was to compare stays in a forest with another natural environment, a cultivated field. Healthy, highly sensitive pers