Renal

End-Stage Renal Disease ⋆ Health Psychology ⋆ Lifestyle

According to statistics reported in the U. S. Renal Data System for the year 2000,* just under 379,000 Americans suffered from end-stage renal disease (ESRD), which required renal-replacement therapy. The leading causes of ESRD in the United States are diabetes, which accounts for 35 percent of all American cases, and hypertension, which accounts for 23

Impact of Renal Disease on Family Systems

This article explores the intricate interplay between renal disease and family systems, elucidating the multifaceted impact on individuals undergoing the physiological challenges of renal disease and the ripple effects within familial units. Delving into the physiological ramifications, the first section examines the stress and coping mechanisms implicated in response to renal disease, establishing a foundation

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