Impact of religious activity on depression and quality of life of chronic peritoneal dialysis patients in Taiwan
Journal
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association = Taiwan yi zhi
Journal Volume
102
Journal Issue
2
Date Issued
2003-02
Author(s)
Abstract
Few studies have reported the impact of psychosocial aspects on quality of life (QOL) in peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients. People in Taiwan enjoy freedom of religious beliefs. We evaluated the possible role of religious activity on depression and QOL in PD patients.
Subjects
Depression | Peritonneal dialysis | Quality of life | Religion
Type
journal article