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Asthma Adherence - A Guide for Health Professionals

Contents

Structure of This Guide

Approach of This Guide

Terminology

The Nature of Adherence

Adherence to What?

Patterns of Poor Adherence

Why Is Adherence a Problem?

Adherence: Whose Responsibility?

How Much Adherence is Enough?

Benefits of Improved Adherence

Regimen Complexity

Readability of Materials

Patients' Health Beliefs

Attitudes to Medication
The Quality of Interactions Between Health Professionals and Patients

Psychosocial Factors

Social and Cultural Factors

Doctor/Patient Communication

Theories of Behaviour Change

Patient Attitudes

Personal Risk Management Strategies

Attitude

Approach

Strategies

Practical Suggestions

Frequently Asked Questions about Adherence

Using Adherence Tools

Behaviour Change Protocol

References

Quick Reference: Tips on Adherence