Self-management skills in adolescents with chronic rheumatic disease: A cross-sectional survey

• Main Authors: Lawson Erica F (Author), Hersh Aimee O (Author), Applebaum Mark A (Author), Yelin Edward H (Author), Okumura Megumi J (Author), von Scheven Emily (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2011-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>For adolescents with a diagnosis of lifelong chronic illness, mastery of self-management skills is a critical component of the transition to adult care. This study aims to examine self-reported medication adherence and self-care skil...