Psychological distress in adults and caregivers about food allergy is widespread and unrecognized
Food Allergy Anxiety: Study Reveals High Psychological Distress but Little Support for Sufferers & Caregivers!
Psychological distress is common amongst those living with food allergy, but a new study co-led by a researcher at Aston University has shown that little support is available to those who are struggling.
Two thirds of adults with food allergies and three quarters of adult caregivers reported psychological distress related to food allergy, according to new research co-led by Aston University's Professor Rebecca Knibb. In the UK and Canada fewer than 10% of participants were screened for psychological conditions as part of a routine food allergy appointment, while only a fifth of participants in the study reported accessing psychological support for food allergies.
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