Positive affect and medication adherence in chronic conditions: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This review aims to inform research and clinical care on the current state of knowledge on the relationship between positive affect and medication adherence.

Method

Searches were carried out in PsycINFO, PubMed MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), CINAHL, and Embase. There were no limits on study type, publication date, language, or participant demographics. Studies reporting a relationship between positive affect and medication adherence were eligible for inclusion if positive affect was measured prior to or concurrently with medication adherence.

Results

Nine studies met inclusion criteria. All studies were prospective cohort or cross-sectional and examined positive affect and medication adherence in people living with HIV or

SUBMITTER: Bassett SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6800780 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature