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[Aggression and group dependence in asthmatic children and a control group]
P de Hinojosa Vallejo1, G Wakida Kusinoki, J J González Núnez
1Hospital Central del Sur de Alta Especialidad, PEMEX.
Revista Alergia Mexico (Tecamachalco, Puebla, Mexico : 1993)
|May 1, 1996
Summary
Asthmatic children show a greater need for support and less self-confidence compared to their non-asthmatic peers. This study explored psychodynamic differences using the Child
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Pediatrics
- Child Development
Background:
- Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition affecting children worldwide.
- Psychological factors can influence the experience and management of childhood asthma.
- Understanding the psychodynamics of asthmatic children is crucial for holistic care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate psychodynamic differences between asthmatic and non-asthmatic children.
- To identify factors influencing the psychological well-being of children with asthma.
- To compare levels of aggression and dependence in both groups.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 60 children (30 asthmatic, 30 controls) participated.
- The Child's Thematic Apperception Test, Human version (CAT-H) and its supplement (CAT-S) were administered.
- Psychometric analysis was used to compare group differences.
Main Results:
- No significant differences in aggression were found between asthmatic and control groups.
- A statistically significant difference (p<0.05) in dependence was observed.
- Asthmatic children exhibited higher levels of dependence.
Conclusions:
- Asthmatic children may experience a lack of self-confidence.
- Increased dependence suggests a need for external support in asthmatic children.
- Psychological interventions may benefit asthmatic children's self-esteem and independence.