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Illness Beliefs in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Study Involving Affected Adolescents and their Parents
Jo Richards1, Robert Chaplin2, Caroline Starkey3
1Child and Family Clinic, Unit 5 Des Roches Square, Witan Way, Witney, Oxfordshire OX28 4BE, UK.
Background:
The aim of the study was too investigate the beliefs of young people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and their parents, about illness causes and management.
Method:
Twenty-one young people with CFS/ME and their parents participated in an open-ended interview.
Results:
Infective causes were identified by the majority of respondents, and psychological ones by a minority. Many highlighted reducing activity and resting in symptom management. Positive and negative experiences of psychiatric and psychological treatments were recorded.
Conclusion:
Professionals should carefully explore the illness related beliefs of young people with CFS/ME and parental beliefs in order to agree treatment plans.
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