Abstract
The Sri Lanka Journal of Psychiatry (SLJP) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published bi annually by the Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists.The Journal publishes original papers, brief reports including case reports and commentaries relevant to psychiatry and allied sciences. The Sri Lanka Journal of Psychiatry is committed to maintaining and conforming to the editorial and ethical standards recommended by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors.The CoverCover “The perks of working as a psychiatrist in the periphery”. – Nilaveli beach early in the morning as captured by Dr Sumudu Godawita, Consultant Psychiatrist, Trincomalee.
Highlights
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases among children, and the prevalence in Sri Lankan children is about 20% [1,2]
The prevalence of mental health problems among children with asthma was comparable to the general population
Asthma control was significantly associated with emotional problems and this carries implications for management
Summary
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases among children, and the prevalence in Sri Lankan children is about 20% [1,2]. Several studies have demonstrated a relationship between asthma and psychological problems, with higher rates of depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety disorders and behavioural disorders being reported in this group [3,4,5,6,7]. Several sociodemographic and disease related characteristics impose a higher risk of psychological burden in asthma. These include low socio-economic status, negative life change, high illness severity and higher levels of activity restriction [7,10]. Childhood asthma is associated with emotional and behavioural problems.
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