Psychosocial interventions for persons affected by Leprosy: A systematic review

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This systematic review analyzes 17 peer-reviewed studies to identify effective psychosocial interventions for individuals affected by leprosy, particularly within the context of lower-middle-income countries like India. The authors categorize successful approaches into educational, counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, and technology-supported groups, noting their potential to improve quality of life and reduce psychological distress. The resource is intended for researchers and policymakers seeking evidence-based strategies to address the mental health burden associated with leprosy.

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810a0536c5b84daf
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PubMed Central
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Ann-Kristin Bonkass (Maastricht University), Anil Fastenau (University of Bremen), Sophie Cw Unterkircher (University of Bremen), Melanie Boeckmann (University of Bremen), Mohammed Nadiruzzaman (Maastricht University)
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2024-08-09
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10.1371/journal.pmen.0000091
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@article{allodium:810a0536c5b84daf,
  title = {Psychosocial interventions for persons affected by Leprosy: A systematic review},
  author = {Ann-Kristin Bonkass and Anil Fastenau and Sophie Cw Unterkircher and Melanie Boeckmann and Mohammed Nadiruzzaman},
  year = {2024},
  journal = {PubMed Central},
  doi = {10.1371/journal.pmen.0000091},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmen.0000091}
}

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TY  - JOUR
TI  - Psychosocial interventions for persons affected by Leprosy: A systematic review
AU  - Bonkass, Ann-Kristin
AU  - Fastenau, Anil
AU  - Unterkircher, Sophie Cw
AU  - Boeckmann, Melanie
AU  - Nadiruzzaman, Mohammed
PY  - 2024
PB  - PubMed Central
DO  - 10.1371/journal.pmen.0000091
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmen.0000091
ER  -

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Bonkass, A., Fastenau, A., Unterkircher, S. C., Boeckmann, M., & Nadiruzzaman, M. (2024). Psychosocial interventions for persons affected by Leprosy: A systematic review. PubMed Central. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmen.0000091

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