The mediating effects of quality of life, depression, and generalized anxiety on perceived barriers to employment success for people diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis Type 1

Abstract

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) is a genetic disorder that presents with physical symptoms that can negatively impact numerous areas of one’s life, including occupational and psychological functioning, with decreased quality of life compared to a normative population. The purpose of the current study was to explore differences in the impact of psychological factors (anxiety and depression), quality of life and employment hope on barriers to successful employment between those with NF1 and matched controls.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
May 21, 2021
Source ID
10.1186/s13023-021-01866-6

Entities

People

  • Amir Garakani
  • Erina Paul
  • Frank D. Buono
  • Kaitlyn Larkin
  • Matthew E. Sprong
  • Staci Martin

Organizations

  • Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

  • Molecular and Cellular Biology
  • Psychometric Testing or Psychological Assessment.
  • Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Care for Military Service Members and Veterans with Limb Loss or Disability.

Technology Areas

  • Biotechnology