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