Delivering problem-solving therapy to family caregivers of people with cancer: A feasibility study in outpatient palliative care.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The study is to examine the relationships between perceived initial cancer disclosure communication with doctors, levels of hope, and levels of trust in doctors among cancer patients in China. METHODS:A total number of 192 cancer inpatients in a cancer hospital in China were surveyed. Perceived disclosure st...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Cao W,Qi X,Yao T,Han X,Feng X

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:While several theoretical models provide explanation for the genesis and development of post-traumatic growth (PTG) in the aftermath of stressful events, empirical evidence regarding the predictors and consequences of PTG in breast cancer patients in active treatment and early survivorship is inconclusive. Th...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Groarke A,Curtis R,Groarke JM,Hogan MJ,Gibbons A,Kerin M

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Prostate cancer can have a significant negative impact on patients and their spouses. Problem-solving therapy (PST) has been shown to help reduce distress and improve quality of life among cancer and caregiver populations. This study tested the efficacy of PST for spouses of men with prostate cancer. METHODS...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Malcarne VL,Ko CM,Roesch SC,Banthia R,Sadler GR

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The human papillomavirus (HPV) is associated with the diagnosis of anal, penile, and oropharyngeal cancers in men. Evidence indicates that correct condom use in addition to obtaining the HPV vaccine provides the greatest protection from HPV infections. OBJECTIVE:To explore young men's beliefs and behavioral...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： FitzGerald S,Cornally N,Hegarty J

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We aim to describe the economic burden of UK cancer survivorship for breast, colorectal and prostate cancer patients treated with curative intent, 1 year post-diagnosis. METHODS:Patient-level data were collected over a 3-month period 12-15 months post-diagnosis to estimate the monthly societal costs incurred...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Marti J,Hall PS,Hamilton P,Hulme CT,Jones H,Velikova G,Ashley L,Wright P

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To explore any possible subgroupings of prostate cancer (PCa) patients based upon their combined anxiety-depression symptoms for the purposes of informing targeted treatments. METHODS:A sample of 119 PCa patients completed the GAD7 (anxiety) and PHQ9 (depression), plus a background questionnaire, by mail su...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Sharpley CF,Bitsika V,Warren AK,Christie DRH

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Recent reviews suggest that the routine use of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in cancer clinics improves the processes of care but not patient outcomes such as quality of life or satisfaction. We set out to identify future strategies for (1) interventions to impact patient outcomes and (2) trials ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Luckett T,Butow PN,King MT

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is an increasing number of long-term survivors of cervical and endometrial cancer for whom quality of life is of major importance. We interviewed 20 women (aged 19-64) to explore the dynamics and components of post-treatment sexual adjustment and its impact on quality of life. Stratification by treatment receive...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Juraskova I,Butow P,Robertson R,Sharpe L,McLeod C,Hacker N

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Some individuals are able to gain psychological benefits from illness and adversity, such as a greater sense of purpose and closer relationships, termed 'benefit finding' (BF). The main aim of this study was to explore the extent to which BF is reported in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC). Secondary ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Llewellyn CD,Horney DJ,McGurk M,Weinman J,Herold J,Altman K,Smith HE

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The Revised-Illness Perception Questionnaire (IPQ-R) assesses illness perceptions according to Leventhal's self-regulatory model. The aim of this paper is to present findings on the reliability and validity of the IPQ-R in a population of Greek cancer patients. METHODS:A total of 206 patients completed a Gre...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Giannousi Z,Manaras I,Georgoulias V,Samonis G

更新日期：2010-01-01 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：:Two measures of health-related quality of life (HRQOL), the Medical Outcomes Survey Short Form 36 (SF-36) and the Satisfaction with Life Domains Scale for Cancer (SLDS-C), were compared to examine the relationship between health status and life satisfaction among breast cancer survivors (BCSs). A total of 586 BCSs, al...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Matthews BA,Baker F,Hann DM,Denniston M,Smith TG

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Reproductive decision making for couples with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) is complex and can result in decisional conflict or regret. This study investigated couples' support needs and aimed to identify vulnerable couples. Ultimately, we should strive to develop a clear standard of care guidel...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Gietel-Habets JJG,de Die-Smulders CEM,Derks-Smeets IAP,Tibben A,Tjan-Heijnen VCG,van Golde R,Gomez-Garcia E,van Osch LADM

更新日期：2018-07-01 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：UNLABELLED:Family caregivers of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) patients are at risk for experiencing significant psychological distress yet screening caregivers has not been well studied. OBJECTIVE:This analysis explored the psychometric characteristics of the Distress Thermometer (DT) by examini...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Bevans M,Wehrlen L,Prachenko O,Soeken K,Zabora J,Wallen GR

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:What do we mean by a 'psychological intervention' in the context of cancer care? It is critical to know what treatments are included under this term, if data from diverse treatment trials are to be summarized in order to inform clinical practice. We, therefore, aimed to determine how the term 'psychological i...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Hodges LJ,Walker J,Kleiboer AM,Ramirez AJ,Richardson A,Velikova G,Sharpe M

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The transition from active cancer treatment to survivorship represents a period of uncertainty for youth and their families, but factors associated with adaptation during this period are understudied. We evaluated associations among cancer and treatment-related variables, family factors (family functioning, c...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Al Ghriwati N,Stevens E,Velázquez-Martin B,Hocking MC,Schwartz LA,Barakat LP

更新日期：2020-11-12 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine cancer-related worry in adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors and its relationship with posttraumatic growth over time, as the relationship between these constructs has not been assessed longitudinally in this population. METHODS:A total of 153 AYA cancer survivors completed measures ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： McDonnell GA,Pope AW,Schuler TA,Ford JS

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Parents often feel ill-equipped to prepare their dependent children (<18 years old) for the death of a parent, necessitating support from professionals. The aim of this study is to explore health and social care professionals' (HSCPs) experiences and perceptions of providing supportive care to parents regardi...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Hanna JR,McCaughan E,Beck ER,Semple CJ

更新日期：2020-10-22 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：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：OBJECTIVES:Prognostic awareness relates to patients' capacity to understand their prognosis and the likely illness trajectory. Based on the current evidence, accurate PA is associated with decrease in uncertainty, depresivity, and anxiety and with increase in quality of life. However, other studies found also negative ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Vlckova K,Tuckova A,Polakova K,Loucka M

更新日期：2020-06-01 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

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Cancer and its treatment often have a profound impact on patients, leading to increased health care use in the years after diagnosis. Social support is an important determinant of health care use. Partners of cancer patients may not always be able to provide all support patients need and patients may then rev...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Heins MJ,Hopman EP,Korevaar JC,Schellevis FG,Donker GA,Rijken PM

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The couples coping with cancer together program (CCCT) is used to illustrate practical strategies to implement, evaluate, and grow a successful couples-based program in an NCI-designated CCC. CCCT is multimodal program utilizing psychoeducational, strategic, strengths-based, and problem-solving theoretical fr...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Bitz C,Kent EE,Clark K,Loscalzo M

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research indicates that dispositional mindfulness is associated with positive psychological functioning. Although this disposition has been linked with beneficial outcomes in the broader mental health literature, less is known about dispositional mindfulness in cancer survivors and how it may be linked with ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Garland EL,Thielking P,Thomas EA,Coombs M,White S,Lombardi J,Beck A

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Many who choose to work in oncology manage an ongoing tension-the work is rewarding, yet simultaneously challenging. Given the need for psychosocial professionals to provide treatment for the increasing number of cancer survivors in our aging society, it is important to consider what helps and hinders profess...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Kracen A,Raque-Bogdan TL,Taylor-Irwin N,Rowold H,Nelson A,Michl T,Ross KV,Engblom H,Joseph E

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Specialized palliative care (SPC) interventions increasingly include patient-caregiver dyads, but their effects on dyadic coping are unknown. We investigated whether an SPC and dyadic psychological intervention increased aspects of dyadic coping in patients with advanced cancer and their caregivers, whether d...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： von Heymann-Horan A,Bidstrup PE,Johansen C,Rottmann N,Andersen EAW,Sjøgren P,von der Maase H,Timm H,Kjellberg J,Guldin MB

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Siblings of pediatric cancer patients have been shown to be at risk for developing emotional, behavioral, and social problems. There is a need for psychological interventions in this population. Several researchers have previously documented and evaluated their interventions with siblings. This paper aimed at...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Prchal A,Landolt MA

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Decisions to limit life-prolonging treatment (DLT) are often accompanied by psychological and ethical difficulties. The aim of the study is to investigate prevalence and intensity of moral distress (MD) as well as potential causes experienced by oncology physicians and nurses in DLT situations. METHODS:This ...

journal_title：Psycho-oncology

authors： Mehlis K,Bierwirth E,Laryionava K,Mumm FHA,Hiddemann W,Heußner P,Winkler EC

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00