Coping Strategies Used by Older Cancer Survivors During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Longitudinal Qualitative Study
| Autor: | Jacqueline Galica, Heather M. Kilgour, John L. Oliffe, Kristen R. Haase |
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| Rok vydání: | 2022 |
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| Zdroj: | Research on Aging. 45:448-457 |
| ISSN: | 1552-7573 0164-0275 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/01640275221120102 |
| Popis: | Objectives: The objective of this study is to longitudinally examine the coping strategies used by older cancer survivors (≥60 years of age) during COVID-19. Methods: An interpretive descriptive approach was used to collect and analyse qualitative data collected via 1:1 telephone interviews at three timepoints: June/July 2020, January 2021, and March 2021. Main Findings: Coping strategies used by older adults reflected the resources available to them, and their agency in self-triaging and deciding on resources to support their coping. These decisions were impacted by pandemic-imposed restrictions and necessitated readjustment over time. Three themes were developed to describe coping strategies (including any changes): adapting means and methods to connect with others; being intentional about outlook; and taking actions toward a brighter future. Conclusion: Older adults used a variety of coping strategies, though their reliance on resources beyond themselves (e.g., family/friends) indicates a need to add tailored resources to existing professional services. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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