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[Psychosomatic Aspects of Bronchial Asthma in Children]

T S Krivonogova, T A Shemyakina, Yu A Babikova

    Vestnik Rossiiskoi Akademii Meditsinskikh Nauk
    |February 6, 2016
    PubMed

    Insights

    This review examines how mental health issues impact childhood bronchial asthma. Early detection and psychotherapy can improve treatment outcomes and social adjustment for children with asthma.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Pulmonology
    • Child Psychiatry
    • Psychosomatic Medicine

    Context:

    • Bronchial asthma is a prevalent chronic childhood illness, affecting up to 30% of children.
    • Asthma is increasingly recognized as a psychosomatic condition, highlighting the interplay between psychological and physical health.
    • Existing research presents conflicting views on the causal relationship between psychological disorders and asthma control in children.

    Purpose:

    • To review and synthesize international and Russian research on the influence of mental disorders on pediatric asthma.
    • To analyze the correlation between anxiety levels, personality traits, asthma severity, and disease duration.
    • To explore the definition of asthma as a psychosomatic disease and its clinical implications.

    Summary:

    • The review synthesizes studies evaluating the impact of mental disorders on childhood asthma.
    • Research indicates a complex interaction between psychological factors (anxiety, personality) and asthma severity/duration.
    • Findings suggest a polarized scientific opinion on the direct cause-and-effect relationship between psychological issues and asthma control.

    Impact:

    • Early identification of psychopathological symptoms is crucial for effective asthma management in children.
    • Psychotherapeutic interventions can enhance treatment efficacy, improve social adaptation, and positively influence family dynamics.
    • Addressing psychological aspects alongside medical treatment offers a holistic approach to pediatric bronchial asthma care.

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