Impact of alopecia and scalp cooling on the well-being of breast cancer patients.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Studies on anxiety within oncology show a high prevalence of anxiety both during and after the course of the disease. However, little is known about factors that influence the level of anxiety in the diagnostic phase. This study examines the presence of anxiety during diagnosis and treatment planning and expl...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Bronner MB,Nguyen MH,Smets EMA,van de Ven AWH,van Weert JCM

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the cost-effectiveness of RT Prepare in reducing breast cancer patients' psychological distress before treatment, compared with usual care. METHODS:RT Prepare, an intervention involving patient education and support consultations with a radiation therapist (RT), was implemented at three Australi...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Youens D,Halkett G,Wright C,O'Connor M,Schofield P,Jefford M,Aranda S,Kane R,Moorin R,RT Prepare project team.

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study investigated the associations of savoring with cancer-specific physical symptoms, psychological distress, and psychological well-being and the moderating effect of savoring in the associations between physical symptoms and psychological outcomes among cancer patients. METHODS:A total of 263 Chine...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Hou WK,Lau KM,Ng SM,Cheng AC,Shum TC,Cheng ST,Cheung HY

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To promote a broader understanding of the psychosocial impact of childhood cancer on siblings, a systematic review was undertaken. Directions for future research are proposed and clinical strategies are suggested for addressing the needs of these children. METHODS:Searches of Medline, PsycINFO and CINAHL re...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Alderfer MA,Long KA,Lown EA,Marsland AL,Ostrowski NL,Hock JM,Ewing LJ

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pain/distress during pediatric cancer treatments has substantial psychosocial consequences for children and families. We examined relationships between parents' caregiving self-efficacy, parents' affect in response to their children's cancer-related treatment procedures, and parents' symptoms of post-traumat...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Harper FW,Peterson AM,Uphold H,Albrecht TL,Taub JW,Orom H,Phipps S,Penner LA

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ovarian cancer is a life-threatening diagnosis which poses multiple challenges. The purpose of this study is to describe the quality of life (QOL) concerns and survivorship sequelae of long-term (>5 yr) early-stage ovarian cancer survivors accrued through the clinical cooperative Gynecologic Oncology Group. Forty-nine...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Wenzel LB,Donnelly JP,Fowler JM,Habbal R,Taylor TH,Aziz N,Cella D

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To characterize their information needs, we examined the main topics of inquiry and discussion (subjects of interaction, SOI) of calls made by family and friends of cancer patients to the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Information Service's (CIS) 1-800-4-CANCER telephone information service and summarized d...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Rutten LJ,Squiers L,Treiman K

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Population-based data on the epidemiology of psychiatric disorders in patients with breast cancer are lacking. Because the National Health Insurance (NHI) Program in South Korea is a compulsory social insurance system covering the entire Korean population, the NHI is a good source of information for epidemiol...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Kang JI,Sung NY,Park SJ,Lee CG,Lee BO

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Chinese Americans and is the third leading cause of cancer death in this population. The objectives of this study were to determine the rates of CRC screening (via fecal occult blood test (FOBT), flexible sigmoidoscopy (FSIG), and colonoscopy) among C...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Teng EJ,Friedman LC,Green CE

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to examine the role of spirituality in terminally ill cancer patients who volunteer for clinical trials of experimental agents. Information about spirituality (FACIT-Sp), quality of life (FACT-G), awareness of prognosis, and decision-making preferences was obtained from 162 advanced cance...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Daugherty CK,Fitchett G,Murphy PE,Peterman AH,Banik DM,Hlubocky F,Tartaro J

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This cross-sectional study aimed to identify the prevalence and correlates of supportive care needs in testicular cancer (TC) survivors. METHODS:Men who had completed active anti-cancer treatment for TC between 6 months and 5 years previously showing no evidence of recurrence were recruited from 14 Australia...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Smith AB,King M,Butow P,Luckett T,Grimison P,Toner GC,Stockler M,Hovey E,Stubbs J,Hruby G,Gurney H,Turner S,Alam M,Cox K,Olver I

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:As a malignant tumor with high mortality, lung cancer (LC) often causes great trauma to patients, and a series of negative emotions and a heavy psychological burden accompanies poor prognosis. Whether or not to inform the patients of their condition has always been a controversial topic in the medical communi...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Su T,He C,Li X,Xiao L,He J,Bai Y,Tang Y

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study addresses the meanings women with breast cancer attach to their illness within a cognitive-developmental framework. The aim of the present study was twofold: (i) to identify the content of women's meanings in five domains of breast cancer representation (identity, causes, consequences, timeline and...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Travado L,Reis JC

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this meta-synthesis was to explore the experience of living with symptoms caused by colorectal cancer (CRC) and its treatment from the perspectives of those affected. METHODS:In a systematic search of qualitative studies published up to September 2017, 21 relevant papers were identified. The m...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Hildebrandt C,Mayer H,Koller A

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing proportions of patients diagnosed with cancer will become long-term survivors (≥ 5 years post-diagnosis). However, survivors may continue to experience negative effects of cancer and/or treatment, including fear of recurrence (FoR). This review aims to provide an overview of current knowledge on F...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Koch L,Jansen L,Brenner H,Arndt V

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The diagnosis of breast cancer prompts emotional reactions, which predispose to psychosocial problems and poor adjustment. Assessment of the psychosocial issues could help articulation of specific interventions. There is paucity of data on psychosocial issues in breast cancer from Nigeria. We assessed knowle...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Ohaeri BM,Ofi AB,Campbell OB

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with cancer have relatively high rates of anxiety and distress, adversely affecting their well-being and quality of life. Recent studies indicate that addressing these symptoms could result in better response to cancer treatment. Researchers have found that interventions that focus on increasing men...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Ramachandra P,Booth S,Pieters T,Vrotsou K,Huppert FA

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To cope with prostate cancer (PC) and its consequences and to be certain about therapeutic alternatives, some patients seek mutual help in prostate cancer support groups (PCSGs), where they share information and find social support. Our study was intended to assess whether group participation is associated w...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Haack M,Kofahl C,Kramer S,Seidel G,von dem Knesebeck O,Dierks ML

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The education of trainee physicians in hematology-oncology is challenged by inherent stressors of hematology-oncology. Clinical work load, death and dying, and the known phenomenon of empathy decline during clinical education affect trainees. Time spent with patients or direct patient care time (DPCT) is infl...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： McFarland DC

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to assess the levels and sources of distress in patients with lymphoma. This study also focused on the influence of factors of the level of distress and the cutoff score using the Distress Thermometer (DT) relative to the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). METHOD:DT and HAD...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Wang Y,Zou L,Jiang M,Wei Y,Jiang Y

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Recent research recognises that many individuals experience positive psychological changes following a diagnosis of cancer. Such positive change is related to well-being, and some psychological interventions have promoted such change in women with breast cancer. However, neither qualitative nor quantitative s...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Horgan O,Holcombe C,Salmon P

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is characterized by multiple adenomas in the colorectum with a high risk to develop colorectal cancer. It is unclear whether individuals at risk of FAP experience distress due to this potentially life-threatening disease. This nationwide study assessed: (1) the prevalence ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Douma KF,Aaronson NK,Vasen HF,Gerritsma MA,Gundy CM,Janssen EP,Vriends AH,Cats A,Verhoef S,Bleiker EM

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Self-injury, a manifestation of severe psychological distress, is increased in cancer-bereaved youths. Little is known about the potential influence on the risk for self-injury of factors that could be clinically relevant to and modifiable by the health-care professionals involved in the care of the dying pa...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Bylund Grenklo T,Kreicbergs U,Valdimarsdóttir UA,Nyberg T,Steineck G,Fürst CJ

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to develop and validate a patient-reported outcome measure to evaluate body image concerns in head and neck cancer (HNC) patients. METHODS:Items were created using a combination of deductive (eg, US Food and Drug Administration Qualification of Clinical Outcome Assessments, literatu...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Rodriguez AM,Frenkiel S,Desroches J,De Simone A,Chiocchio F,MacDonald C,Black M,Zeitouni A,Hier M,Kost K,Mlynarek A,Bolster-Foucault C,Rosberger Z,Henry M

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We measured the perceived risk for developing gastric cancer and investigated how a range of socio-demographic, lifestyle, health, and psychological factors were associated with risk perception in a population-based sample in Korea. METHODS:This study was based on the 2006 Korean National Cancer Screening Su...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Kwak MS,Choi KS,Park S,Park EC

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Little attention has been paid to sleep disturbance experienced by advanced cancer patients. The purpose of the present study was to investigate longitudinal change in sleep disturbance and to identify factors that associated with and predicted sleep disturbance among 209 consecutive terminally ill cancer patients. Pa...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Akechi T,Okuyama T,Akizuki N,Shimizu K,Inagaki M,Fujimori M,Shima Y,Furukawa TA,Uchitomi Y

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Patients with comorbid cancer and dementia have poorer outcomes than those without dementia. We observe oncology teams managing patients with dementia and memory loss and explore these patients' needs and experiences of outpatient cancer services. METHODS:A single site investigation of case study design to e...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Courtier N,Milton R,King A,Tope R,Morgan S,Hopkinson J

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Men have higher incidence and mortality rates for nearly all cancers. They are less likely than women to utilise cancer information services and other social support services. The aim of this study was to explore and compare the experience and coping behaviour of men and women after treatment for colorectal ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： McCaughan E,Prue G,Parahoo K,McIlfatrick S,McKenna H

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:No study has yet assessed the impact of physicians' skills acquisition after a communication skills training program on changes in patients' and relatives' anxiety following a three-person medical consultation. This study aimed at comparing, in a randomized study, the impact, on patients' and relatives' anxi...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Lienard A,Merckaert I,Libert Y,Delvaux N,Marchal S,Boniver J,Etienne AM,Klastersky J,Reynaert C,Scalliet P,Slachmuylder JL,Razavi D

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study examined whether social support might enhance health-related quality of life in men (n=89) treated for localized prostate cancer by improving their ability to cognitively process their cancer experience. Data were collected using two, structured in-person interviews and abstracting medical records. The base...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Roberts KJ,Lepore SJ,Helgeson V

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00