Table 2 Client characteristics that influence the impact of VIxMD on daily functioning
Psychological | Physical | Social | Environmental |
|---|---|---|---|
• Degree of experienced negative emotions (i.e. depression, anxiety) • Understanding of the disease and oneself • Experiencing a sense of mastery or control • Coping skills • Personality • Acceptance of the VI and MD | • Severity and time of onset (congenital or acquired) of the VI • Severity of the MD and possible comorbidities • Cognitive ability • Overall health status | • Social skills • Social network • Social support | • Day time activities and daily structure • Attitude of third parties, such as employers • Availability of professional support, trust in them |