The effect of psychosocial interventions on depression, anxiety, and quality of life in hemodialysis patients: a systematic review and a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Hemodialysis has become a standard therapy for adults with end-stage renal diseases. Adults undergoing hemodialysis have to cope with unique psychological issues that make their care journey particularly fatiguing. In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we aimed to summarize and evaluate the effects of psychosocial interventions on the reduction of anxiety and depression in adults with HDs.

Methods

We included randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental studies that measure change in depression, anxiety, and quality of life.

Results

We identify three categories of psychosocial interventions delivered to adults undergoing hemodialysis. Based on our analysis, there was a medium effect of psychosocial intervention on depression (SMD - 0.85, 95%CI -

SUBMITTER: Barello S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10030538 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature