APPROACHES IN MANAGING THE PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOSOMATIC IMPACT OF PEDIATRIC BRONCHIAL ASTHMA

Аннотация

Abstract: Bronchial asthma is a chronic respiratory disorder with significant psychosomatic implications, particularly in pediatric patients. This study evaluates the psychological impact of asthma on children’s quality of life using validated tools, the Pediatric Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (PAQLQ) and Children’s Depression Inventory (CDI-2). A cross-sectional study of 26 pediatric asthma patients in Tashkent examined asthma duration, attack frequency, medication adherence, and emotional distress. Statistical analysis revealed a strong correlation between asthma duration and increased anxiety (r = 0.73, p<0.001) and fatigue (r = 0.81, p<0.001). Additionally, 12 children often and 6 always experience breathing difficulties, and 22 report frequent school absences due to asthma symptoms. The findings suggest that pediatric asthma significantly affects psychological well-being, leading to increased stress, social withdrawal, and emotional distress. This study emphasizes the need for integrating psychological interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and structured emotional support programs in asthma management. By highlighting the connection between asthma and psychosomatic health, this research supports a holistic, multidisciplinary approach for better asthma control and overall well-being.