Janice Abbott

Janice Abbott is a Professor of Health Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire's School of Psychology and Humanities, specializing in the development and evaluation of patient-reported outcome measures. Her research focuses on longitudinal studies evaluating psychological aspects of cystic fibrosis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and obesity, examining factors contributing to disease progression and survival.

Her research interests include:

• Health-related quality of life assessment
• Psychological coping mechanisms in chronic illness
• Treatment adherence and burden
• Mental health interventions for chronic disease patients
• Longitudinal health outcomes research

Dr. Abbott's publications predominantly focus on cystic fibrosis management, with recent work expanding into COVID-19 impacts on mental health services. Her research consistently demonstrates the importance of psychological factors in chronic disease management and patient outcomes.

Awards and honors:

• Carolyn and Richard Mattingly Award from US Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (2019) for distinction in research and leadership in mental health care

She collaborates with international research teams and contributes to clinical guidelines for mental health screening in cystic fibrosis care.