Remote Anxiety Management for ICS-resistant Asthma Study

"This intervention involves weekly, individualized 30-minute telephone sessions conducted over 8 weeks. The sessions are designed to address anxiety and improve adherence to inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) therapy in asthma patients. The intervention comprises four core components:~1. Medication Education: Detailed guidance on the benefits, mechanisms, and safety of ICS therapy, aiming to address misconceptions and reduce fears about side effects.~2. Lung Rehabilitation Guidance: Instructions for breathing exercises and tailored physical activity to improve respiratory health and overall well-being.~3. Motivational Interviewing (MI): A patient-centered approach that identifies barriers to adherence, enhances self-efficacy, and motivates behavior change.~4. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR): A systematic relaxation technique to alleviate physical and emotional stress, tailored to each patient's anxiety levels."

Participants receive weekly telephone follow-up calls for 8 weeks. These calls include health status assessments, symptom monitoring, and general medication inquiries but exclude psychological or educational components.