Prevalence of and factors associated with depression and anxiety in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: A multicenter prospective cross-sectional study.

Wanrachada Katchamart Pongthorn NarongroeknawinWanwisa ChanapaiPhakhamon ThaweeratthakulAnanya Srisomnuek

Published in: International journal of rheumatic diseases (2020)

Depression and anxiety are common in patients with RA. Patients' perceptions of their current health are significantly related to mood disorders. Therefore, mental health status, especially mood disturbances, should be addressed in routine practice to improve quality of life in RA.

Keyphrases

healthcare
bipolar disorder
end stage renal disease
rheumatoid arthritis
primary care
mental health
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
sleep quality
peritoneal dialysis
risk factors
prognostic factors
cross sectional
patient reported outcomes
health information
depressive symptoms
double blind
social media