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Acceptability, feasibility and preliminary effects of an online group psychotherapy intervention for adolescents and young adults with cancer Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-25 Perri R. Tutelman, Chelsea Moran, Sara M. Beattie, Melanie Khu, Melissa Howlett, Jessica Scheidl, April Boychuk, Kristen Silveira, Jan‐Willem Henning, Fiona S. M. Schulte
BackgroundAdolescents and young adults (AYAs; ages 15–29 years) diagnosed with cancer are increasingly recognized as an oncology population with distinct psychosocial needs. However, few specialized psychosocial interventions for AYAs currently exist. This study reports on the development of a novel group‐based psychotherapy intervention to address the psychosocial needs of AYAs. The objective was
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Self‐perceptions of masculinities and testicular cancer: Qualitative explorations Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-23 Victoria Dax, Maria Ftanou, Ben Tran, Jeremy Lewin, Darshini Ayton, Zac Seidler, Tania Wallace, Joshua F. Wiley
ObjectiveMasculinities have been explored in men with testicular cancer (TC), though limited contemporary research is available on traditional masculine norms important to masculine self‐perception. The purpose of this research was to explore the discourse of TC experience in relation to masculine self‐perception.MethodsA qualitative descriptive study was conducted consisting of semi‐structured interviews
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Cognitive effects of long‐term androgen deprivation therapy in older men with prostate cancer Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-23 Denise Pergolizzi, Kathleen R. Flaherty, Rebecca M. Saracino, James C. Root, Elizabeth Schofield, Caroline Cassidy, Vani Katheria, Sunita K. Patel, William Dale, Christian J. Nelson
ObjectiveAndrogen deprivation therapy (ADT) is a common treatment for prostate cancer (PCa), with increasing numbers of men on ADT for longer. Limited evidence suggests ADT impacts cognition. This study addressed gaps in the literature by focusing on older men with PCa and assessing ADT usage longer than 1 year.MethodsThis study of 133 men ≥65 years of age with PCa included two groups: (1) men on ADT
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Trajectories of illness perceptions in paediatric cancer patients and their parents and associations with health‐related quality of life: Results of a prospective‐longitudinal study Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-23 Kristina Herzog, Florian Schepper, Remo Kamm‐Thonwart, Jessy Herrmann, Mihaela Budich, Liesa Weiler‐Wichtl, Thomas Pletschko, Meinolf Suttorp, Holger Christiansen, Julia Martini
ObjectiveIn paediatric oncology, little is known about trajectories of illness perceptions and their longitudinal associations with health‐related quality of life (HRQoL). Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate changes in illness perceptions in children and parents over a one‐year‐period and to investigate predictive value of child's and parent's illness perceptions during acute treatment
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Establishing the sensitivity and specificity of the gynaecological cancer distress screen Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-20 Charrlotte Seib, Emma Harbeck, Debra Anderson, Janine Porter‐Steele, Caroline Nehill, Jasotha Sanmugarajah, Lewis Perrin, Catherine Shannon, Nimithri Cabraal, Bronwyn Jennings, Geoffrey Otton, Catherine Adams, Anne Mellon, Suzanne Chambers
ObjectiveNuanced distress screening tools can help cancer care services manage specific cancer groups' concerns more efficiently. This study examines the sensitivity and specificity of a tool specifically for women with gynaecological cancers (called the Gynaecological Cancer Distress Screen or DT‐Gyn).MethodsThis paper presents cross‐sectional data from individuals recently treated for gynaecological
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Codesign of Lynch ChoicesTM: Using implementation science to create a clinically deliverable patient decision support website to transform cancer genetics care pathways Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-19 Kelly Kohut, Kate Morton, Lesley Turner, Rebecca Foster, , , Diana Eccles, Claire Foster
Resources including Patient Decision Aids (PtDA) are useful and valued by patients and clinicians to provide information and complement shared decision-making. Despite their promise, few PtDA exist for patients with genetic cancer susceptibility facing difficult decisions about risk management. We aimed to fill this gap, partnering with patients to codesign Lynch ChoicesTM, a PtDA website for families
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What is the relationship between body image and the quality of life of women who underwent surgery for breast cancer? A scoping review Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-19 Camila Zanella Battistello, Nathália Weschenfelder da Silva, Eduardo Remor
PurposeThis review aimed to identify, characterize, map, and summarize existing knowledge about the relationship of perceived body image with the quality of life (QoL) of women who have undergone surgical treatment for breast cancer.MethodsA scoping review was conducted following the PRISMA‐ScR guidelines. PubMed, PsycINFO and Scopus databases were searched, and articles published until August 2022
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Connectedness to the young adult cancer community and post‐traumatic growth: A young adults with cancer in their prime study Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-19 Ashley Mah, Norma D’Agostino, Anna T. Santiago, Sheila N. Garland, Anika Petrella, Catherine M. Sabiston, Karine Chalifour, Geoff Eaton, Jacqueline L. Bender
ObjectiveFor young adults (YAs) with cancer, connecting with peer cancer survivors can provide a unique sense of community and may enhance post‐traumatic growth (PTG). This study examined the relationship between connectedness to the YA cancer community and PTG among YAs, independent of overall social support.MethodsData were obtained from the young adults with cancer in their prime study, a cross‐Canada
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The longitudinal relationship between self‐compassion and cancer patients' unmet supportive care needs Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-18 Yunlei Yu, Yanze Li, Jiang Zhao, Juntao Yao, Yaokun Duan, Yufei Shao, Juan Xie, Lei Zhu
ObjectivesUnmet supportive care needs are associated with psychological symptoms such as depression and anxiety. However, so far, few studies have explored the protective psychological factors of unmet needs. Therefore, this study intends to explore the protective effect of self‐compassion on unmet needs of Chinese cancer patients and to examine the predictive role of self‐compassion on these needs
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A retrospective cost‐effectiveness analysis of different cognitive‐behavioral therapy for insomnia intervention delivery approaches in adult cancer survivors Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-18 Asal Pilehvari, Christopher J. Recklitis, Eric S. Zhou, Wen You
BackgroundCognitive‐behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT‐I) is considered the gold standard treatment for insomnia. Prior trials have delivered CBT‐I across a range of treatment sessions. Understanding the economics of varying treatment approaches is essential for future implementation considerations.MethodsWe conducted a retrospective cost‐effectiveness analysis from the provider's perspective, comparing
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The effect of a couple‐based posttraumatic growth intervention in supporting couples coping with colorectal cancer: A randomized controlled study Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-18 Zhiming Wang, Xuan Chen, Junrui Zhou, Chunyan Lin, Jie Zhao, Qiuping Li
ObjectivesTo promote posttraumatic growth (PTG) in colorectal cancer (CRC) couples, a couple‐based PTG intervention was conducted, and the intervention had previously proved be feasible in CRC couples. The current study was conducted to validate the effects of intervention in CRC couples.MethodThis is a randomized controlled study that included 174 CRC couples. All participants were randomized to either
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What are the mechanisms underlying the delivery of survivorship care information in Australia? A realist review Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-16 Larry Myers, Elizabeth A. Johnston, Leah Zajdlewicz, Bianca Viljoen, Sarah Kelly, Nicole Perry, Anna Stiller, Fiona Crawford‐Williams, Raymond J. Chan, Jon D. Emery, Rebecca J. Bergin, Joanne F. Aitken, Belinda C. Goodwin
ObjectiveQuality survivorship information is an essential component of cancer care. However, survivors often report not receiving this information and healthcare professionals report limited practical guidance on how to effectively deliver survivorship information. Therefore, this study used realist review methods to identify mechanisms reported within the published literature for communicating survivorship
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Emotional distress and future healthcare utilization in oncology populations: A systematic review Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Janae L. Kirsch, Anne I. Roche, Carrie Bronars, Kristine A. Donovan, Leslie C. Hassett, Shawna L. Ehlers
ObjectiveEmotional distress has been correlated with greater healthcare utilization and economic costs in cancer; however, the prospective relationship between positive distress screens and future healthcare utilization is less clear. Taken together, there is a critical need to synthesize studies examining the prospective relationship between emotional distress and future healthcare use to inform distress
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The role of spiritual support in palliative care—A case illustration Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Yi Zhou, Joyce Cheah, Elisa Sze Hui Tan, Yijun Lim, Yijun Wang, Eng Koon Ong
Key points Spiritual care is an important component of palliative care. Timely and comprehensive spiritual care can lead to improved patient care outcomes including pain relief and reduced opioid use in palliative care patients. Local religious and cultural factors need to be considered when providing spiritual care and developing services. The introduction and integration of current spiritual care
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Common dyadic coping and its congruence in couples facing breast cancer: The impact on couples' psychological distress Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-09 Wenjia Liu, Frances Marcus Lewis, Monica Oxford, Ira Kantrowitz‐Gordon
ObjectivePsychological distress is prevalent in couples facing breast cancer. Couples often deal with breast cancer as a unit instead of as individuals. Couple's dyadic coping is important for their adjustment to breast cancer; however, little is known about how couple's coping congruence influences their distress. This study examined how common dyadic coping (CDC) and coping congruence impact psychological
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Supporting the support person: Oncologists' roles in reducing support people's uncertainty and facilitating psychological adjustment Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Elizabeth Broadbridge, Maria K. Venetis, Katie A. Devine, Lauren E. Lee, Smita C. Banerjee, Kathryn Greene
ObjectiveSupport people of cancer patients are at significant risk for psychological distress. Additionally, cancer patients' well‐being is reciprocally associated with support peoples' psychological well‐being. Informed by Uncertainty in Illness Theory, this study tests whether support person psychological well‐being is influenced by provider communication and uncertainty reduction.MethodsWe tested
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“Pathways”: A hope‐enhancing intervention for patients undergoing treatment for advanced lung cancer Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Laurie E. McLouth, Brent J. Shelton, Vilma Bursac, Jessica L. Burris, Jennifer S. Cheavens, Kaitlyn Weyman, Amy H. Peterman, Lauren Corum, Jamie L. Studts, Susanne M. Arnold
(249/250)ObjectiveObservational data suggest hope is associated with the quality of life and survival of people with cancer. This trial examined the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary outcomes of “Pathways,” a hope intervention for people in treatment for advanced lung cancer.MethodsBetween 2020 and 2022, we conducted a single‐arm trial of Pathways among participants who were 3–12 weeks into
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Oncology clinicians' feelings towards patients presented in supervision: A pre‐post assessment using the feeling word checklist Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-02 Friedrich Stiefel, Céline Bourquin, Beate Wild, Dieter Schellberg, Laurent Michaud
ObjectiveClinical supervision of oncology clinicians by psycho‐oncologists is an important means of psychosocial competence transfer and support. Research on this essential liaison activity remains scarce. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of supervision on oncology clinicians' feelings towards patients presented in supervision.MethodsOncology clinicians' (n = 23) feelings towards patients
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Decision‐making for bilateral risk‐reducing mastectomy for an increased lifetime breast cancer risk: A qualitative metasynthesis Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-02 Christa Torrisi, Nuha K. Wareg, Allison Brandt Anbari
ObjectivePrevivor is a term applied to a person with an identified, elevated lifetime cancer risk but without an actual cancer diagnosis. Previvorship entails the selection of risk management strategies. For women with a genetic mutation that increases their predisposition for a breast cancer diagnosis, bilateral risk‐reducing mastectomy (BRRM) is the most effective prevention strategy. However, BRRM
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Characteristics and influencing factors of demoralization in patients with lung cancer: A latent class analysis Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-02 Yu Ting Hong, Bi Qin Ye, Jia Ling Lin, Qiu Hong Chen, Juan Zhang, Wei‐Ti Chen, Fei Fei Huang
ObjectiveDemoralization has garnered increasing attention in recent years as a significant psychological distress. This study aims to identify latent classes of demoralization in lung cancer patients using Latent Class Analysis (LCA) from a person‐centered perspective and to explore the factors influencing the latent classes of demoralization.MethodsA cross‐sectional study using convenience sampling
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Issue Information Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-01
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Captains on call: A qualitative investigation of an intervention to support children with retinoblastoma undergoing regular eye examinations Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Vanessa Rich, Karin Plummer, Sofia Padhy, Tamsin Barratt, Johnson Tran, Claire Treadgold, Eden G. Robertson
BackgroundRetinoblastoma is a rare childhood ophthalmic cancer that requires frequent eye examinations under anaesthesia and painful or distressing procedures. This can cause significant anxiety for children and their families.ObjectiveWe evaluated a Starlight Children's Foundation programme, ‘Captains on Call’, at the Queensland Children's Hospital, which aims to provide positive distraction and reduce
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“I couldn't connect the wires in my brain.” Young adult cancer survivors' experience with cognitive functioning Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-29 Danielle B. Tometich, Taylor Welniak, Lisa Gudenkauf, Melinda L. Maconi, Hayden J. Fulton, Dinorah Martinez Tyson, Kellie Zambrano, Syed Hasan, Yvelise Rodriguez, Crystal Bryant, Xiaoyin Li, Damon R. Reed, Laura B. Oswald, Andrew Galligan, Brent J. Small, Heather S. L. Jim
ObjectiveThere is a dearth of literature describing young adult (YA) cancer survivors' experiences with cancer‐related cognitive impairment (CRCI). We aimed to elucidate CRCI among YA cancer survivors and identify potentially modifiable risk factors.MethodsWe conducted individual qualitative interviews with YA cancer survivors aged 18–30 years at study enrollment and used applied thematic analysis
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Issue Information Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-27
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Patients with advanced cancer and their spouses parenting minor children: The role of the relationship context in parenting concerns Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 Kathrin Milbury, Sujin Ann‐Yi, Morgan Jones, Yisheng Li, Meagan Whisenant, Sania Yousuf, Victoria Necroto, Mariana Chavez Mac Gregor, Eduardo Bruera
ObjectivePatients with advanced cancer who parent minor children report parenting concerns and increased psychological distress. This cross‐sectional study seeks to understand parenting‐related issues in patients and spousal caregivers from a relationship perspective.MethodsPatients with a metastatic solid malignancy and their spouses independently completed cross‐sectional assessments of psychological
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Pain coping, multidisciplinary care, and mHealth: Patients' views on managing advanced cancer pain Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-17 Sara M. DeForge, Kyla Smith, Kris-Ann Anderson, Ashton R. Baltazar, Meghan Beck, Andrea C. Enzinger, James A. Tulsky, Matthew Allsop, Robert R. Edwards, Kristin L. Schreiber, Desiree R. Azizoddin
Pain is common among people with advanced cancer. While opioids provide significant relief, incorporating psycho-behavioral treatments may improve pain outcomes. We examined patients' experiences with pain self-management and how their self-management of chronic, cancer-related pain may be complemented by behavioral mobile health (mHealth) interventions.
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Exploring grandparents' psychosocial responses to childhood cancer: A qualitative study Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 Pauline Holmer, Nadja Muehlebach, Anica Ilic, Cristina Priboi, Katharina Roser, Peter Francis Raguindin, Eva Maria Tinner, Rebecca Baechtold, Marc Ansari, Manuel Diezi, Eléna Lemmel, Freimut Schilling, Ahmed Farrag, Katrin Scheinemann, Gisela Michel
A childhood cancer diagnosis is a traumatic experience for patients and their families. However, little is known about the effect on grandparents. We aimed to investigate the negative psychosocial impact, coping strategies, and positive outcomes of grandparents of childhood cancer patients in Switzerland.
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Coping with stress styles and the level of perceived stress in hematopoietic cell transplant patients Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-19 Marta Pawełczak‐Szastok, Michalina Ilska, Ryszard Swoboda, Sebastian Giebel
ObjectiveHematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is considered an integral part of therapy in many hematological and non‐hematological malignancies. The procedure can be highly stressful for patients. The primary objective of this study was to compare stress assessments in HSCT patients, depending on their stress coping style (CS) and type of treatment (autologous vs. allogeneic HSCT).MethodsA
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Gratitude, optimism, and satisfaction with life and patient-reported outcomes in patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-15 Hermioni L. Amonoo, Elizabeth Daskalakis, Emma C. Deary, Michelle Guo, Annabella C. Boardman, Emma P. Keane, Jeffrey A. Lam, Richard A. Newcomb, Lisa M. Gudenkauf, Lydia A. Brown, Henry K. Onyeaka, Stephanie J. Lee, Jeff C. Huffman, Areej El-Jawahri
Associations between positive psychological well-being (PPWB) and patient-reported outcomes (PROs, e.g., quality of life [QOL]) have yet to be studied extensively in patients with hematologic malignancies who are allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) survivors, despite substantial evidence that PPWB impacts PROs of other medical populations.
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A dyadic analysis of financial toxicity and health-related quality of life among bone marrow transplant patients and their caregivers Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-02-11 Jean S. Edward, Mary Kay Rayens, Laurie E. McLouth, Lori P. Eisele, Joan Scales, Lovoria B. Williams, Gerhard Hildebrandt
Relatively few dyad-based studies have evaluated the shared psychosocial and financial toxicity (FT) experiences of hematologic patients and their caregivers, especially those undergoing bone marrow transplantations (BMTs). This study evaluated the association of FT with health-related quality of life (QOL) among BMT patient-caregiver dyads.
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Issue Information Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-29
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Core-curriculum in psycho-oncology: Towards the certification of the psycho-oncologist profession Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-27 Luigi Grassi, Maggie Watson
Issues relating to certification of the Psycho-oncology profession require clarification in order to provide high quality comprehensive psychosocial care within oncology. We conducted a survey identifying existing training, professional registration requirements and accreditation programs, at national levels, for the specialty of psycho-oncology as well as the mandatory presence of this specialist
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Toward implementation of an evidence-based intervention for fear of cancer recurrence: Feasibility in real-world psycho-oncology practice Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-24 Esther Deuning-Smit, José A. E. Custers, Cheyenne I. W. Braam, Rosella P. M. G. Hermens, Judith B. Prins
Few evidence-based interventions addressing high levels of fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) have been implemented. Understanding how these might be implemented is crucial to bridge the research-practice gap. This study investigated the feasibility of implementing the blended Survivors' Worries of Recurrent Disease (SWORD) intervention in real-world psycho-oncology practice.
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Social media use and health promotion among cancer survivors Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-25 Joseph O. Atarere, Henry K. Onyeaka, Onyema G. Chido-Amajuoyi, Comfort Adewunmi, Chisom Nwaneki, Gideon T. Dosunmu, Chilotam O. Faith, Hermioni L. Amonoo
Social media is becoming recognized as an effective platform for cancer health promotion, education, care, and support. However, its utility as a health promotion tool remains relatively unexplored.
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Effects of a peer-led physical activity program on psychosocial outcomes among breast cancer survivors Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-19 Bernardine M. Pinto, Shira I. Dunsiger, Madison Kindred, Sheryl Mitchell, Victoria DeScenza
To examine the effects of three programs aimed at maintaining moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) on breast cancer survivors' quality of life, physical functioning, fatigue and mood.
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Development of a question prompt list for Indian cancer patients receiving radiation therapy treatment and their primary family caregivers Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-19 Shweta Chawak, Mahati Chittem, Haryana Dhillon, Nagraj Huligol, Phyllis Butow
We aimed to develop two question prompt lists (QPLs), one for Indian cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy and the second for their primary family caregivers.
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Changes and predictors of social support in adolescent and young adult cancer survivors—Results of a 7-year longitudinal study Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-19 Sabrina Merz, Michael Friedrich, Hannah Brock, Katja Leuteritz, Kristina Geue, Diana Richter, Anja Mehnert-Theuerkauf, Annekathrin Sender
As social support has been shown to have beneficial effects on coping with cancer, our study aims to close the research gap on perceived social support in adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors.
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Psychosocial support among adults living with metastatic breast cancer: Perspectives from providers across four New York-Presbyterian hospitals Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-14 Caroline Zeng, Laura Matias-Gomez, Mia Kelly, Dawn L. Hershman, Shoshana Rosenberg, Laura C. Pinheiro
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT None of the authors have a conflict of interest to disclose.
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Efficacy of Op Koers Online, an online group intervention for parents of children with cancer: Results of a randomized controlled trial Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 M. M. H. Joosten, H. Maurice-Stam, M. van Gorp, L. R. Beek, D. Stremler-van Holten, L. Scholten, M. A. Grootenhuis
Parents of children with cancer are at risk for developing psychosocial problems. The present study aims to evaluate the effect of an online group intervention (Op Koers Online, in English: On Track Online) on psychosocial wellbeing and coping skills.
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Feasibility and acceptability of study methods and psychosocial interventions for body image among women diagnosed with breast cancer: A systematic review and narrative synthesis Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-12 Jennifer Brunet, Jenson Price, Aurélie Baillot, Erica Dann, Madison F. Vani
This systematic review aimed to summarize evidence for the feasibility and acceptability of psychosocial interventions for body image among women diagnosed with breast cancer and the study methods used to evaluate the interventions in question.
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Factors influencing older women's decision-making related to treatment of operable breast cancer: A qualitative systematic review Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-10 Francesca Ligori Malcolm, Penny Howard, Anita Maria Klukowska, Nikita Minhas, Ruth Mary Parks, Kwok Leung Cheung
There is variation in practice in the treatment of older women with breast cancer. International guidelines highlight the importance of patient autonomy in treatment decision-making. The aim of this study is to identify factors which influence decision-making in older women with operable breast cancer, which will enable us to further understand how to support these patients.
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Examining the impact of androgen deprivation therapy, masculine self-esteem, and psychological flexibility on distress and quality of life in men with prostate cancer Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-10 Emil Chowdhury, Thomas Horrocks, Gareth McAteer, David Gillanders
Studies suggest that androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) exacerbates psychological and quality of life (QoL) issues associated with prostate cancer (PCa). However, quantitative research examining underlying psychosocial mechanisms for this is limited. We examined the association of PCa symptoms with distress and QoL in ADT-treated and ADT-naïve patients, and the influence of masculine self-esteem and
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Guided versus non-guided digital psychological interventions for cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of engagement and efficacy Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-09 Aleyna Akdemir, Allan “Ben” Smith, Verena Shuwen Wu, Orlando Rincones, Hayley Russell, Johanne Dam Lyhne, Emma Kemp, Michael David, Adeola Bamgboje-Ayodele
To evaluate engagement with and efficacy of guided versus non-guided digital interventions targeting psychological symptoms of cancer via a systematic review of current evidence.
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Associations between age and patient-reported outcomes, emergency department visits, and hospitalizations among lung cancer patients receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-08 Sara E. Fleszar-Pavlovic, Akina Natori, Patricia I. Moreno, Heidy N. Medina, Vandana Sookdeo, Jessica MacIntyre, Frank J. Penedo
Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) for lung cancer (LC) treatment have a more favorable safety profile and improved patient reported outcomes (PROs) compared to chemotherapy, suggesting that ICIs are advantageous for older populations. The impact of ICIs on PROs, clinical outcomes, and age in LC patients remains to be established. We examined associations between age and PROs, emergency department
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Barriers and facilitators for people with severe mental illness accessing cancer screening: A systematic review Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-06 Emma Tuschick, Jill Barker, Emma L. Giles, Susan Jones, Julie Hogg, Kehinde K. Kanmodi, Jula Sill, Kate Sykes
Evidence suggests that people with severe mental illness (PwSMI) are 2.1 times more likely to die from cancer before the age of 75, compared to people without Severe mental illness (SMI). Yet, cancer screening uptake is low among PwSMI. This mixed-methods systematic review aimed to identify the barriers and facilitators for PwSMI deciding to access and attend primary cancer screening of the cervix
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Shared decision-making with older adults with cancer: Adaptation of a model through literature review and expert opinion Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-06 Emma A. Gans, Arwen H. Pieterse, Maartje S. Klapwijk, Feikje van Stiphout, Irma J. van Steenbergen, Johanneke E. A. Portielje, Janke F. de Groot, Barbara C. van Munster, Frederiek van den Bos
To provide a literature overview of characteristics of Shared Decision Making (SDM) with specific importance to the older adult population with cancer and to tailor an existing model of SDM in patients with cancer to the needs of older adults.
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Psychosocial interventions for ovarian cancer survivors: A systematic review Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2024-01-02 Su Ann Yeoh, Stephanie Webb, Anna Phillips, Lok Sze Katrina Li, Saravana Kumar
Ovarian cancer survivorship is complex and is associated with greater symptom burden, fear of reoccurrence, sexual dysfunction, lower quality of life and heightened existential distress in contrast to other cancers. This systematic review aimed to investigate the effectiveness for, and perspective of, psychosocial interventions encompassing psychological, social, and emotional support, tailored to
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Issue Information Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-28
No abstract is available for this article.
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Trajectories of fear of cancer recurrence and its influence factors: A longitudinal study on Chinese newly diagnosed cancer patients Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-28 Furong Chen, Meijun Ou, Zhirui Xiao, Xianghua Xu
The fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is an ongoing and common psychological problem faced by cancer patients. The objective of this study was to explore the variation trend of FCR and its influencing factors in Chinese newly diagnosed cancer patients from admission to 2 months after discharge. Demographic and tumor characteristics, as well as experiential avoidance (EA), were used as predictors.
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A case study on severe psychiatric symptoms induced by lorlatinib Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-28 Michael A. Liu, Eleanor Xu, Catherine A. Shu
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT Catherine A. Shu receives advisory board fees from Arcus Biosciences, AstraZeneca, Genentech, Gilead, Janssen, Takeda; no other authors have any potential conflicts of interest to report.
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Managing cancer and living meaningfully (CALM): Implementation in Dutch cancer care Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-30 Marianne Kool, Emma Hafkamp, Janna Gol, Eline J. Aukema, Carmine Malfitano, An Reyners, Sarah Hales, Lonneke van de Poll, Gary Rodin, Froukje de Vries
Managing Cancer and Living Meaningfully (CALM) is a brief, evidence-based psychotherapy tailored for patients with advanced cancer that has not yet been implemented routinely in Dutch cancer care. The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility, acceptability, sustainability and effectiveness of CALM in different clinical settings in the Netherlands.
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The psychological impact of genetic testing in childhood cancer: A systematic review Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-30 Sophie Van Hoyweghen, Kathleen BM Claes, Robin de Putter, Claire Wakefield, Marieke Van Schoors, Sabine Hellemans, Lesley Verhofstadt
Cancer predisposition syndromes are being more frequently recognized in the etiology of pediatric oncology and genetic-related technologies are evolving rapidly, leading to an increasing availability of genetic testing for families. This systematic review assessed the psychological impact of genetic testing on children and parents in the context of childhood cancer.
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Oncology mental health providers' adaptation of an evidence-based intervention: A mixed-methods study Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-28 Claire C. Conley, Marlena M. Ryba, Brittany M. Brothers, Stephen B. Lo, Barbara L. Andersen
Adaptations are intentional modifications maximizing the fit of an evidence-based intervention (EBI) in new context. Little is known about EBI adaptation within psychosocial oncology. Guided by the Framework for Reporting Adaptations and Modifications-Enhanced (FRAME), this mixed-methods study describes oncology mental health providers' planned adaptations to a psychosocial oncology EBI and examines
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Factors affecting cervical screening using the health belief model during the last decade: A systematic review and meta-analysis Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-28 Abdallah Al-Ani, Muhammad Hammouri, Hala Sultan, Leen Al-Huneidy, Asem Mansour, Maysa Al-Hussaini
To examine the utility of the health belief model (HBM) and other socioeconomic factors in shaping cervical screening behaviors. Also, to provide recommendations on improving screening uptake.
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Factors associated with the preparedness for bereavement in families of patients with cancer: A secondary analysis of a nationwide bereaved family survey Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-28 Sakiko Matsuzaka, Akiho Ohba, Kento Masukawa, Maho Aoyama, Tatsuya Morita, Yoshiyuki Kizawa, Satoru Tsuneto, Yasuo Shima, Mitsunori Miyashita
Insufficient preparedness for bereavement can affect a family's psychological health status after bereavement. However, factors associated with preparedness remain unclear. This study aimed to identify factors associated with preparedness for bereavement in families of patients with cancer.
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Global trends in psycho-oncology research investments 2016–2020: A content analysis Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-23 Isabella Conti, Mitchell Davidson, Ramsey I. Cutress, Stuart A. McIntosh, Michael G. Head
An estimated one-third of cancer patients experience a clinically significant psychological disorder, however it is unclear to what extent this is reflected in research funding. To address this a systematic analysis the allocation of psycho-oncology research funding globally between 2016 and 2020 was conducted.
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Randomized controlled trial of an individual blended cognitive behavioral therapy to reduce psychological distress among distressed colorectal cancer survivors: The COloRectal canceR distrEss reduCTion trial Psycho-Oncology (IF 3.6) Pub Date : 2023-12-20 José A. E. Custers, Linda Kwakkenbos, Brooke Levis, Sarah Döking, Yvonne C. W. van der Hoeven, Lynn Leermakers, Johannes H. W. de Wilt, Belinda Thewes, Annemarie M. J. Braamse, Joost Dekker, Judith B. Prins
Colorectal cancer survivors (CRCS) often experience high levels of distress. The objective of this randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the effect of blended cognitive behavior therapy (bCBT) on distress severity among distressed CRCS.