Quality of life, depression, and anxiety of patients undergoing hemodialysis: Significant role of acceptance of the illness

Abstract

The rates of depression and anxiety among patients undergoing hemodialysis in the current study setting are relatively similar to the rates in other settings. Patients' acceptance of their illnesses is significantly associated with the occurrence of anxiety and quality of life. Therefore, health practitioners should help patients accept their illnesses and the administration of regular hemodialysis.