Depression and anxiety symptoms at TNF inhibitor initiation are associated with impaired treatment response in axial spondyloarthritis.

Sizheng Steven Zhao Gareth T JonesDavid M HughesRobert John MootsNicola J Goodson

Published in: Rheumatology (Oxford, England) (2021)

Symptoms of depression and anxiety at TNFi initiation are associated with poorer treatment outcomes. Targeted interventions to optimize mental health have potential to substantially improve treatment response and persistence.

Keyphrases

mental health
rheumatoid arthritis
sleep quality
physical activity
ankylosing spondylitis
disease activity
mental illness
human health
drug delivery