RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Psychological aspects of home care for the patient with end-stage renal disease JF Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine JO Cleve Clin J Med FD Cleveland Clinic SP 299 OP 302 VO 52 IS 3 A1 Gonsalves-Ebrahim, Lilian YR 1985 UL http://www.ccjm.org/content/52/3/299.abstract AB Increased utilization of home therapy for end-stage renal disease has a profound effect on patients and their families. Common psychological problems faced by patients on home hemodialysis are reviewed and specific problems associated with continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) are discussed, such as marital discord, body image, and depression. Illustrative cases are presented and treatment suggestions are offered.