Journal of pediatric psychology
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Acceptance and well-being in adolescents and young adults with cystic fibrosis: a prospective study.
To prospectively investigate the role of acceptance in well-being in adolescents and young adults with cystic fibrosis (CF). ⋯ Results indicate that accepting the limitations imposed by chronic disease and readjusting life goals may have a positive effect upon well-being in adolescents and young adults with CF. Further research is needed to clarify whether acceptance-based interventions are useful in promoting well-being in adolescents and young adults with CF.