Adherence to Treatment in Connective Tissue Diseases: A Multi-Faceted Issue

Explore the complex issue of treatment adherence in connective tissue diseases through this 30-minute lecture by Dr. Rosaria Talarico. Delve into the most commonly reported medication adherence barriers, distinguishing between intentional and unintentional non-adherence. Examine the multidimensional nature of adherence to treatment, with a specific focus on connective tissue diseases. Learn about the importance of patients' empowerment and discover five key points for improving treatment adherence. Gain valuable insights into quality of life, patients' education, and organization of care in the context of connective tissue diseases. Conclude with essential take-home messages to enhance understanding and practice in this critical area of healthcare.

Introduction
Most commonly reported medication adherence barm
Intentional vs Unintentional non-Adhere
Adherence to treatment: a multidimensional phenom
Adherence to treatment in CTDs
Patients' Empowerment
5 KEY POINTS FOR IMPROVING TREATMENT ADHER
Take home messages