Investigation of Catastrophizing of Pain Reported by Parents in JIA Patients

Investigation of Biopsychosocial Characteristics According to Catastrophizing of Pain Reported by Parents in Patients Diagnosed With JIA

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the primary rheumatic disease reported to affect the pediatric population. Research suggests that parents' thoughts and feelings about their child's pain, specifically with JIA diagnosis, may influence treatment compliance. Considering that this situation may also affect children's adherence to treatment, the identification and management of parents' catastrophizing of pain is emphasized as important in improving treatment outcomes. This study aimed to examine the biopsychosocial characteristics of parents of children diagnosed with JIA according to their reported catastrophizing of pain.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Between 7-18 years of age
• Diagnosed with JIA
• Individuals who volunteer to participate in the study will be included.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having advanced heart/lung/liver/kidney disease, neurological disease, or malignancies
• Having undergone major orthopedic surgery
• Not volunteering to participate in the study