Table 4. Multiple linear regression analyses (robust variance estimates) to detect intervention effects regarding health, symptoms of depression and perceived control for both patients and partners.

a Control group as reference category b Mean difference between the baseline and 24-month follow-up assessment c Robust standard errors (robust variance estimates) PCS = SF-36 physical component scale, MCS = SF-36 mental component scale, PF = physical functioning, RP = role limitations due to physical health problems, BP = bodily pain, GH = general health, VT = vitality, SF = social functioning, RE = role limitations due to emotional problems and MH = mental health, BDI = Beck Depression Inventory, CAS = Control Attitude Scale.