[Quality of life in Graves' ophthalmopathy (continuation of research)]

The previous research concerning "quality of life" in Graves patients with ophthalmopathy appeared to be a very important direction in health promotion. This drives us to continue enhancement of the quality of life in this group. The biggest deficiency we found to be in the life sphere activity and professional activity, interpersonal relations and positive self-estimation. We analyzed 48 women with Graves' Ophthalmopathy from 32 to 64 yr., average 43 SD 8,17. We used the following experimental methods: Quality of Life Experimental Inventory, Temperament Inventory (Eas-D). In Addition for Adults, STAI Questionnaire (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory) and Beck's Depression Scale. We interpreted obtained results as: 1. anxiety tendency, 2. subjective decreased mood, 3. decreased social contact tendency.