Dialysis is one of the
treatment options for
ESRD. Several
investigators have estimated that
depression occurs in about 20 to 30 percent of
dialysis patients. The
treatment of
End Stage Renal Disease (
ESRD) successfully prolongs the
survival of
patients with
kidney disease but requires that
ESRD patients cope with frequent deleterious changes in their
health and
life situation and shortened
survival. Several studies on coping up mechanisms of
ESRD patients were collected and reviewed.
Self-management of everyday
life entailed achieving/maintaining "
normalcy" in everyday
roles and functioning.
Meaning in life is an important motivator in the coping process.
Understanding their own
needs and accepting support from members of his
family and
health care community can help them have a quality
life.