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Adherence to prophylactic treatment (prophylaxis) in persons with haemophilia is challenging and has been reported at only ±50%. Acceptance problems are one of the main reasons for non‐adherence in haemophilia. An evidence‐based intervention was developed based on an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) approach.    Aim  To evaluate a tailored intervention focused on illness acceptance in adults with haemophilia who were prescribed prophylaxis.    Methods  A pre‐post study was executed in adults with haemophilia who were prescribed prophylaxis. A series of 8 2‐hour group trainings were held, including 3‐8 participants/series. Adherence (VERITAS‐Pro, optimum 0), health‐related quality of life (HRQoL, SF‐36, optimum 100) and illness perception (BIPQ, optimum 0) were measured at start, after six months and 12 months and analysed using Wilcoxon signed‐rank test.    Results  Twenty‐four patients (median age 47 years, range 27‐74) were included. After 12 months, adherence improved in 68% of patients, quality of life in 48% and illness perception in 31%. Adherence (total score) improved from 35 to 25 ( P <0.01). HRQoL showed clinically relevant improvement in domains of social‐functioning ( P  = 0.04), role‐emotional, physical‐functioning, role‐physical and bodily pain. Illness perception improved statistically significant on domains of affect ( P  = 0.01), concern ( P  = 0.01) and understanding ( P  = 0.04). Patients evaluated the training useful, an eye‐opener, a personal enrichment and insightful.    Conclusion  The tailored group intervention resulted in significant improvement of adherence, quality of life and illness perception. Based on our current experience, we have implemented it in clinical practice and collaborate with the patient association to make it available for all Dutch people with haemophilia.

A tailored intervention for illness acceptance improves adherence and quality of life in adults with haemophilia using prophylaxis