@article{article_1785032, title={Evaluation of Quality of Life, Sleep Disturbances, and Psychiatric Comorbidities in Asthmatic Children}, journal={Dicle Medical Journal}, volume={52}, pages={525–534}, year={2025}, DOI={10.5798/dicletip.1785032}, author={Köse, Hülya and Sizer, Esra}, keywords={astım, yaşam kalitesi, uyku bozukluğu.}, abstract={Objective: Asthma is a long-term respiratory condition marked by episodes of wheezing, difficulty breathing, a feeling of tightness in the chest, and coughing. Individuals with asthma may face an increased risk of several mental health issues. Our objective was to investigate the impact of asthma on quality of life, sleep disturbances, and the presence of psychiatric disorders among those affected. Method: The study involved 64 patients aged 8 to 18 and 64 healthy controls. Families completed the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ), while children participated in the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children, the Quality of Life Scale for Children, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Results: Of the 64 participants in the patient and control groups, 33 (51.56%) were girls and 31 (48.44%) were boys. SDQ total scores and subgroup scales, e.g., behavioral problems, attention deficit and hyperactivity symptoms (ADHD), and peer problems, were statistically significantly higher than in the asthma group (AG) (p=0.008, p=0.001, p=0.038, p=0.021). In asthmatic patients, the total score of the quality of life scale for children, physical health, psychosocial health, emotional functionality, social functionality, and school functionality subscale scores were statistically significantly lower than in the control group (CG) (p˂0.001, p˂0.001, p˂0.001, p = 0.005, p = 0.043, p˂0.001). The AG exhibited substantially poorer sleep quality than the CG (p=0.001). Conclusion: Our study revealed that patients with asthma experience a reduced quality of life, with prevalent emotional challenges including attention deficits and anxiety, as well as difficulties with sleep quality. Consequently, it is important to consider psychological support as a fundamental aspect of the comprehensive treatment plan for these individuals.}, number={3}, publisher={Dicle Üniversitesi}