Effects of Dignity Therapy on individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: Case studies.
Mariana do Valle MeiraRudval Souza da SilvaHarvey Max ChochinovMaria Olivia Sobral Fraga de MedeirosMarilaine Matos de Menezes FerreiraMarina de Goés SalvettiPublished in: Palliative & supportive care (2024)
This study allowed us to analyze the effects of DT on the physical, existential, and psychosocial symptoms of individuals with ALS, suggesting the potential benefits of this approach for this group of patients. Participants reported positive effects regarding pain and fatigue, could reflect on their life trajectories, and regained their value and meaning.
Keyphrases
- amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
- end stage renal disease
- mental health
- ejection fraction
- chronic pain
- chronic kidney disease
- newly diagnosed
- peritoneal dialysis
- sleep quality
- depressive symptoms
- stem cells
- pain management
- neuropathic pain
- advanced cancer
- spinal cord injury
- mesenchymal stem cells
- patient reported outcomes
- bone marrow
- climate change