The Physical and Mental Well-Being of Individuals with Chronic Diseases
A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032). This special issue belongs to the section "Healthcare Quality, Patient Safety, and Self-care Management".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2026 | Viewed by 42
Special Issue Editor
Interests: heart failure; diabetes; outcome; adherence; quality of life
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune conditions, represent a major and growing public health challenge worldwide. These conditions not only affect physical functioning but are also strongly associated with psychological consequences such as depression, anxiety, and reduced social well-being. The interplay between physical and mental health is often underestimated, yet it significantly influences treatment outcomes, quality of life, and healthcare needs. Understanding this interaction is essential for developing effective, patient-centered, and multidisciplinary approaches to chronic disease management. We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue titled “The Physical and Mental Well-Being of Individuals with Chronic Diseases”.
This Special Issue aims to explore the multidimensional impact of chronic diseases on both physical and mental health. It will cover topics such as comorbidities, resilience, coping strategies, integrated care, healthcare disparities, and innovative interventions. By aligning with the journal’s scope, the Special Issue emphasizes holistic health perspectives, bridging biomedical, psychological, and social aspects of chronic disease research.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Quality of life and psychological burden of chronic diseases;
- Integrated and multidisciplinary care models;
- Preventive and rehabilitative strategies;
- Digital health and self-management interventions;
- Health disparities and access to care.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Natalia Świątoniowska Lonc
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- chronic diseases
- physical health
- mental health
- comorbidities
- quality of life
- psychological burden
- patient-centered approaches
- prevention
- multidisciplinary management
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