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Depression and asthma in children.

N Galil1

  • 1George Washington University, Washington, DC, USA.

Current Opinion in Pediatrics
|August 16, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Treating depression in children with asthma improves treatment adherence and health outcomes. Early intervention for comorbid depressive disorders is crucial for managing severe asthma and potentially reducing mortality.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Child Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Asthma onset and severity are influenced by genetic, allergic, immunological, and psychological factors.
  • Comorbid depression in pediatric asthma patients complicates management, reducing treatment compliance and worsening prognosis.
  • Addressing psychological comorbidities is essential for comprehensive asthma care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the impact of comorbid depression on pediatric asthma management.
  • To emphasize the benefits of early intervention for depressive disorders in asthmatic children.
  • To explore the role of depression treatment in improving asthma outcomes and developmental trajectories.

Main Methods:

  • This study reviews existing literature on the interplay between asthma and depression in children.
  • It synthesizes findings on the effects of psychological stressors on asthma control.
  • The review focuses on the impact of depressive disorders on treatment compliance and prognosis.

Main Results:

  • Depression significantly decreases compliance with asthma treatment regimens.
  • Untreated depression in asthmatic children leads to poorer health outcomes and prognosis.
  • Early intervention for depression improves compliance and overall health outcomes.
  • Addressing depression supports children in meeting developmental expectations despite asthma.

Conclusions:

  • Treating comorbid depression in pediatric asthma is critical for enhancing treatment adherence and improving patient outcomes.
  • Early identification and management of depression can mitigate negative impacts on a child's health and development.
  • In severe asthma cases, depression treatment may contribute to decreased mortality rates.

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