They are an important part of how you experience the disease. Also, pay attention to your own preferences. It is important, too, to note that psychological factors do not cause asthma. Half a century ago, psychoanalytic theories of the origin of asthma were popular, but these have fallen out of favor as we have learned more about the biology of asthma and its genetic and environmental elements. Emotions can, however, be asthma triggers.
Some people find they are more susceptible to asthma episodes when they are under a lot of stress.
Emotional responses like laughing and crying can also sometimes trigger an attack. For more about children and psychological effects of asthma, go to Children and Asthma.