Psychometric properties of the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory: an item response theory approach.

abstract：:Cancer patients diagnosed with solid tumors and undergoing a first course of chemotherapy were randomized to either conventional care or a 10 contact 20 week cognitive behavioral intervention designed to reduce emotional distress. Three hypotheses were tested. First, a test for a group effect found that patients in th...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Given C,Given B,Rahbar M,Jeon S,McCorkle R,Cimprich B,Galecki A,Kozachik S,Devoss D,Brady A,Fisher-Malloy MJ,Courtney K,Bowie E

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For women with hormone receptor positive breast cancer, long-term endocrine therapy (ET) can greatly reduce the risk of recurrence, yet adherence is low- particularly among traditionally underserved populations. METHODS:The Carolina Breast Cancer Study oversampled Black and young women (<50 years of age). P...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Spencer JC,Reeve BB,Troester MA,Wheeler SB

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the past two decades, there have been a number of unsuccessful replication attempts of our finding that group psychotherapy improves cancer survival. One explanation for this failure is that the wrong phenomenon has been studied. Rather than focusing on the effects of the psychotherapeutic relationship, perhaps...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Bloom JR

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In medicine, referral to a medical oncology specialty is based on recent history, physical examination, pathology, surgery reports, imaging, blood work, and the patient's vital signs. By contrast, referral to a psychosocial specialist has typically been based on the patients expressed request for psychosocial support ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Bultz BD

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to examine cognitive, emotional, and behavioral impacts of testing for germline mutations in breast/ovarian cancer-associated genes (BRCA1/BRCA2) among men who undergo genetic testing. METHODS:A cross-sectional study compared 51 mutation carriers with 30 men who tested negativ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Shiloh S,Dagan E,Friedman I,Blank N,Friedman E

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study assesses the efficacy of a group intervention in altering emotion regulation processes and promoting adjustment in women with breast cancer. Using a design with 10 alternating phases of availability of the intervention versus standard care, we assessed women participating in one of three conditions: a 12-we...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Cameron LD,Booth RJ,Schlatter M,Ziginskas D,Harman JE

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Caregivers may experience positive or negative feelings about their role. The study investigated the determinants of the burden and positivity of family caregivers of Korean terminal cancer patients. METHODS:A multicenter cross-sectional survey was conducted with 139 family caregivers. Determinants of caregi...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Park CH,Shin DW,Choi JY,Kang J,Baek YJ,Mo HN,Lee MS,Park SJ,Park SM,Park S

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate how formative research methods can be used to plan for implementation of evidence-based psychosocial screening in pediatric oncology. METHODS:Multidisciplinary pediatric oncology professionals participated in focus groups to adapt the distress thermometer for electronic administration and deve...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Gilleland Marchak J,Halpin SN,Escoffery C,Owolabi S,Mertens AC,Wasilewski-Masker K

更新日期：2020-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore perceptions and beliefs of people in a rural community in northern Uganda regarding surgery for the diagnosis and treatment of cervical cancer. The aim of the study was to inform interventions to reduce delay and improve timely diagnosis and prompt appropriate treatments for patients with symptoms ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Mwaka AD,Okello ES,Wabinga H

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prevalence of emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric outcomes in child and adolescent survivors of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia treated on a chemotherapy-only protocol were not well defined. METHODS:Self- and parent-reported emotional and behavioral symptoms were assessed for 161 survivors of chil...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Liu W,Cheung YT,Brinkman TM,Banerjee P,Srivastava D,Nolan VG,Zhang H,Gurney JG,Pui CH,Robison LL,Hudson MM,Krull KR

更新日期：2018-06-01 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：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：OBJECTIVE:An ovarian cancer diagnosis presents physical and psychological challenges. Usually identified at an advanced stage, the disease involves invasive treatment and has a high mortality rate. The diagnosis phase is generally a time of heightened distress. Accordingly, the aim of this qualitative study was to expl...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Jelicic L,Brooker J,Shand L,Knight T,Ricciardelli L,Denham G,Burney S

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer is followed by substantive sexual morbidity. The optimal approach for intervening remains unclear. METHODS/DESIGN:A three-arm randomised control trial was undertaken with 189 heterosexual couples where the man had been diagnosed with prostate cancer and treated ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Chambers SK,Occhipinti S,Schover L,Nielsen L,Zajdlewicz L,Clutton S,Halford K,Gardiner RA,Dunn J

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Chemotherapy and hormone treatments carry significant implications on the fertility of young women with breast cancer. Increasingly, nulliparous women experience fertility dilemmas due to rising survival rates and pregnancy delay. This qualitative study investigated women's responses to being told that treatm...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Lee RJ,Wakefield A,Foy S,Howell SJ,Wardley AM,Armstrong AC

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Quality of Life (QoL) at baseline is frequently found to be a prognostic factor in cancer studies. However, little is known about the relationship of the trajectory of QoL and survival in patients with advanced cancer. This study evaluates the effects of both level and change of QoL on survival to explore th...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Kypriotakis G,Vidrine DJ,Francis LE,Rose JH

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The current study aims to explore the trend of Internet health information seeking (IHIS) in cancer survivors and the relationship between four dimensions of digital divide (eg, mental access, material access, skills access, and usage access) and IHIS. METHODS:Data from three iterations (2011, 2013, and 2017...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Jiang S,Liu PL

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Cancer patients and partners often report inadequate communication about illness-related issues, although it is essential for mutual support and informal caregiving. This study examined the patterns of change in dyadic communication between patients with prostate cancer and their partners, and also determined...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Song L,Northouse LL,Zhang L,Braun TM,Cimprich B,Ronis DL,Mood DW

更新日期：2012-01-01 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:A randomised controlled trial (RCT) demonstrated that cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) for fatigue during curative cancer treatment was effective shortly after cancer treatment. This study aimed to identify which patient characteristics predict fatigue improvement after CBT. In addition, the long-term effect...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Goedendorp MM,Gielissen MF,Peters ME,Verhagen CA,Bleijenberg G

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with cancer and their spouses usually both suffer, but the dyadic effects have not been thoroughly investigated. This study examined the dyadic effects of psychological distress on sleep disturbance in Chinese couples affected by cancer. METHODS:Patients with cancer and their spouses (N = 135) part...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Chan JSM,Yu NX,Chow AYM,Chan CLW,Chung KF,Ho RTH,Ng SM,Yuen LP,Chan CHY

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether the proposed seven-factor structure of the Illness Perception Questionnaire—Revised (Timeline Acute/Chronic, Timeline Cyclical, Consequences, Personal Control, Treatment Control, Illness Coherence and Emotional Representations) is appropriate among a population of oesophageal cancer surv...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Dempster M,McCorry NK

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of hormone therapy (HT) on depression and depressive symptoms in prostate cancer patients undergoing 6 months of HT. METHODS:One hundred two prostate cancer patients who had been prescribed HT completed the Zung Self-rating Depression Scale (SDS) and two q...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Sharpley CF,Christie DR,Bitsika V,Miller BJ

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Posttraumatic growth at end of life, a positive psychological consequence of dealing with a life crisis, may be catalyzed by the trauma of facing mortality. Studies on cancer patients' posttraumatic growth have overwhelmingly examined early-stage survivors. Of the few studies on advanced cancer patients, none...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Tang ST,Lin KC,Chen JS,Chang WC,Hsieh CH,Chou WC

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Implementation of guidance on assessment and management of psychosocial and supportive-care problems or needs will be successful only if consideration is given to existing skills, experience and expectations of staff and patients. This study examines the roles and responsibilities of staff, patients and fami...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Wright P,Bingham L,Taylor S,Hanif N,Podmore E,Velikova G

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore with Arabic-Australian patients and their communities, the cultural context of cancer, both sporadic and inherited, by examining their beliefs about its causes and the modes of communication about cancer with family, friends and the community. METHOD:The design is an ethnographic and qualitative ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Saleh M,Barlow-Stewart K,Meiser B,Tucker K,Eisenbruch M,Kirk J

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence suggests that there are significant psychological and behavioural sequelae associated with having a family history of breast cancer (BC) which can interfere with comprehension of risk estimates. PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to develop, standardize and do preliminary testing of a group inte...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Esplen MJ,Toner B,Hunter J,Glendon G,Liede A,Narod S,Stuckless N,Butler K,Field B

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To clarify the verbal communication of feelings between families and patients in Japanese palliative care units from the perspective of bereaved family members by examining (1) proportions of families' and patients' verbalization of six feelings (gratitude, love, seeking forgiveness, giving forgiveness, wishe...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Nakazato K,Shiozaki M,Hirai K,Morita T,Tatara R,Ichihara K,Sato S,Simizu M,Tsuneto S,Shima Y,Miyasita M

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We developed an integrative day care clinic program for cancer patients focusing on mind-body techniques and health-promoting lifestyle modification (7-hour once-per-week group sessions over 12 weeks). METHODS:A cohort study design with a waiting group was implemented. Outcome parameters were assessed at the...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Jeitler M,Jaspers J,von Scheidt C,Koch B,Michalsen A,Steckhan N,Kessler CS

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Melanoma is on the rise, especially in Caucasian populations exposed to high ultraviolet radiation such as in Australia. This paper examined the psychological components facilitating change in skin cancer prevention or early detection behaviours following a text message intervention. METHODS:The Queensland-b...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Baker J,Finch L,Soyer HP,Marshall AL,Baade P,Youl P,Janda M

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00