Hepatitis C Psychological Support Study Information
Friday, December 23, 2011 at 9:00AM 
The School of Psychology (University of Adelaide) and the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Royal Adelaide Hospital) have commenced a research study exploring the desire for psychological support in people living with chronic hepatitis C.
The psychological burden of chronic hepatitis C is considerable and particularly evident in high rates of depression and anxiety in those suffering from this disease. This psychiatric morbidity diminishes quality of life, aggravates perceived physical symptomatology and reduces rates of antiviral treatment commencement, adherence and clearance.
The survey takes 10 to 20 minutes to complete and includes sections on demographic information, desire for psychological support, history of psychological support, disease and treatment characteristics, psychological symptomatology and access to social support.
To access this survey CLICK HERE
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