'It gets into your head as well as your body': The experiences of patients with cancer during oncology treatment with curative intent.

Autor: Aldaz BE; 1 University of Otago, New Zealand., Treharne GJ; 1 University of Otago, New Zealand., Knight RG; 1 University of Otago, New Zealand., Conner TS; 1 University of Otago, New Zealand., Perez D; 2 Dunedin Hospital, New Zealand.
Jazyk: angličtina
Zdroj: Journal of health psychology [J Health Psychol] 2018 Jan; Vol. 23 (1), pp. 3-16. Date of Electronic Publication: 2016 Oct 05.
DOI: 10.1177/1359105316671185
Abstrakt: This study explored the psychosocial experiences of patients with cancer during the course of oncology treatment with curative intent. Our aim was to gather in-depth insights into the shared elements of oncology treatment across a range of cancer types. A total of 10 individuals undergoing oncology treatment participated in semi-structured interviews. Six themes were identified using interpretative phenomenological analysis: diminished well-being, perceived role changes in intimate relationships, heightened awareness of limited time, a new order of priorities, taking things as they come and development of trust in health professionals. These themes indicate relevant areas of patients' well-being, which might be enhanced through psychosocial support services.
Databáze: MEDLINE