Table 3 Factors influencing preventive behaviour in SAD patients
Level | Factor (Theme) | Sub-factor (Subtheme) |
|---|---|---|
Individual | Knowledge about disease and preventive treatment options | • Patients’/Physicians’ knowledge about mechanisms of SAD • Patients’/Physicians’ knowledge about preventive treatment options |
Individual | Experience with treatment in acute phase | • Patients’ experience with treatment in acute phases in terms of efficacy • Patients’ experience with side effects of treatment |
Individual | Acceptability of intervention | • Perception of SAD as biologically/psychosocially caused • Attitude toward treatment options |
Individual | Willingness to take responsibility for oneself | • Psychological strain • Time of disease experience • (Lack of) discipline |
Interpersonal | Social and work environment | • Support from social network • Compatibility with daily routines |
Structural | Healthcare system | • Access • Costs |