Experiencias, valores y preferencias de las personas con trastorno de ansiedad generalizada sobre el cuidado de su salud: Investigación Cualitativa

Abstract

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is one of the most common anxiety disorders and represents a high percentage in primary care (PC) settings. Knowing the values and preferences of people with GAD in relation to available treatments facilitates their choice and improves health conditions. Goals: To conduct a qualitative study to learn about the experience, values and preferences of people with GAD with respect to treatments and to include the results in the recommendations of a CPG. Method: Design qualitative with semi-structured interviews. Results: Five topics were identified from the narrative analysis: 1) Access to care: diagnosis, drug treatment and specialized care; 2) Acceptability of treatments; 3) Values and preferences; 4) Care in primary care; 5) Knowledge for self-management and information needs. Conclusions: Acceptability of treatments is variable and diagnosis is more frequent outside PC settings. There is a need for information regarding GAD and its treatments.