| Abstract [eng] |
The quality of life of individuals with celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) may be related not only to the physical symptoms of the disease or condition but also to psychological well-being; however, the associations between psychological well-being and psychosocial factors in these individuals remain insufficiently explored. The aim of this study was to assess the associations between psychological well-being and illness or condition perception, anticipated stigmatization, and perceived social support. The study included 157 participants: 101 had celiac disease, 56 had NCGS, and 91.1% were women. Participants’ age ranged from 18 to 66 years. Participants were recruited through non-probability purposive sampling in social media groups. A correlational cross-sectional study was conducted using the WHO-5, PHQ-9, CSI, B-IPQ, CIASS, and MSPSS questionnaires. The results showed no differences between individuals with celiac disease and NCGS in positive psychological well-being or depressive symptom severity. When the factors were assessed together, lower perceived social support, greater physical symptom severity, and belonging to the celiac disease group were associated with poorer psychological well-being. Poorer psychological well-being was also associated with less favorable illness or condition perception and greater anticipated stigmatization. The results highlight the importance of strengthening social support when providing psychological support to individuals with celiac disease and NCGS. |
