A Content Analysis of Cancer‐Related Changes in Perceptions of Self, Relationships, and Health Among LGBTQI+ Cancer Survivors Across the Life Course: Findings From OUT: The National Cancer Survey DOI
Austin R. Waters,

Shaun R. Jones,

Manuela Uppalapati

et al.

Psycho-Oncology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 33(12)

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

ABSTRACT Background The LGBTQI+ population makes up at least 7.6% of the US population. populations are increased risk experiencing LGBTQI+‐related discrimination and cis‐heteronormativity in healthcare leading to poorer health outcomes throughout cancer care continuum. We aimed explore survivors' perspectives how has changed their perceptions self relationships using data from OUT: National Cancer Survey. Methods conducted an inductive qualitative content analysis responses four open‐ended questions Data were collected September 2020 April 2021. Eligible participants 18 years age or older time survey, had been previously diagnosed with cancer, identified as LGBTQI+, currently lived US. Open‐ended survey asked about impact on relationships. To maximize inter‐rater reliability, 20% double coded. Chi‐squared tests assessed differences changes across life‐course. Results Of OUT ( N = 2382), 86.9% 2069) provided one questions. sample primarily aged 40–59 (39.3%) 60–79 (49.4%), gay (54.7%), cisgender men (59.4), White (89.7%), not active treatment (77.4%). A total 5179 codes applied 2069 responses. 5 overarching categories sub‐categories identified. Themes included: (1) self; (2) relationships; (3) (4) specific unmet needs. most commonly reported (77%, n 1593) (47%, 972). Most cancer‐related more frequently by young adult survivors. Conclusions This illuminates unique challenges that faces while navigating through

Language: Английский

Application of coping strategies and psychological interventions in the management of depression and anxiety among leukemia patients DOI Creative Commons
Jiaheng Wang,

Hongwei Kong,

G. Wang

et al.

Psycho-Oncologie, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 19(1), P. 3644 - 3644

Published: Jan. 17, 2025

Language: Английский

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Navigating Life With High‐Grade Glioma: Experiences and Needs of Adolescents and Young Adults DOI Creative Commons
Kaviya Devaraja,

Maureen Daniels,

Derek S. Tsang

et al.

Cancer Medicine, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(7)

Published: April 1, 2025

ABSTRACT Background Adolescents and young adults (AYA, 18–39) with high‐grade glioma (HGG) face unique challenges at a life stage focused on autonomy, careers, relationships, family planning. Aim This study explores their experiences to inform life‐stage appropriate support resources. Methods In this mixed‐methods study, we surveyed AYA HGG patients Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (PM) assess symptom care satisfaction. Interviews further explored illness needs. Descriptive statistics summarized survey data, thematic analysis guided by Braun Clarke's framework identified key interview themes. Triangulation compared results for comprehensive understanding. Results Seventeen participants (7 men, 10 women; mean age 30.57) completed surveys interviews. revealed typical challenges, such as delays in education, along HGG‐specific issues. Three main themes emerged: (1) managing cognitive treatment‐related impacts goals, (2) addressing physical impairments affecting (3) navigating identity loss independence due neurological symptoms. Conclusions These findings highlight the need tailored interventions educational integrated into pathways.

Language: Английский

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Fear of cancer recurrence among adolescent and young adult cancer survivors: a mixed-methods systematic review DOI
Ziyi Chen, Ping Ni, Bei Wu

et al.

Journal of Cancer Survivorship, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 22, 2025

Language: Английский

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Promoting Growth in Child and Adolescent Cancer Survivors: The Critical Role of Mental Health Nurses DOI
Yeter Sinem Üzar‐Özçetin

Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 38(2)

Published: May 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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Cancer awareness among adolescents in second-level education: a mixed methods systematic review DOI Creative Commons
Stephanie M. Lawrence, Serena FitzGerald, Josephine Hegarty

et al.

Health Education Research, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 40(3)

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Abstract This systematic review aimed to synthesize evidence from studies that explored cancer awareness among adolescents. The was conducted in accordance with the Joanna Briggs Institute’s (JBI) guidelines. Seven electronic databases were systematically searched for published between January 2010 and March 2022. search updated April 2024. Data extraction quality appraisal performed. synthesized narratively. A total of 21 included review. Overall, adolescents found have low symptom report several perceived barriers symptomatic presentation cancer. Adolescents also seemed underinformed about modifiable lifestyle behaviours associated cancer, which has potential lead a higher level engagement health risk behaviours. Findings this indicate importance actively promoting increased knowledge help-seeking symptoms adolescents, turn would earlier diagnosis ultimately more positive patient outcomes.

Language: Английский

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Global, Regional, and National Burden of Soft Tissue and Other Extraosseous Sarcomas in Adolescents and Young Adults,1990-2021: A Systematic Analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 DOI
Rongguo Zhang,

Yongxiao Zheng,

Wen-Jie Chen

et al.

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Language: Английский

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A Content Analysis of Cancer‐Related Changes in Perceptions of Self, Relationships, and Health Among LGBTQI+ Cancer Survivors Across the Life Course: Findings From OUT: The National Cancer Survey DOI
Austin R. Waters,

Shaun R. Jones,

Manuela Uppalapati

et al.

Psycho-Oncology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 33(12)

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

ABSTRACT Background The LGBTQI+ population makes up at least 7.6% of the US population. populations are increased risk experiencing LGBTQI+‐related discrimination and cis‐heteronormativity in healthcare leading to poorer health outcomes throughout cancer care continuum. We aimed explore survivors' perspectives how has changed their perceptions self relationships using data from OUT: National Cancer Survey. Methods conducted an inductive qualitative content analysis responses four open‐ended questions Data were collected September 2020 April 2021. Eligible participants 18 years age or older time survey, had been previously diagnosed with cancer, identified as LGBTQI+, currently lived US. Open‐ended survey asked about impact on relationships. To maximize inter‐rater reliability, 20% double coded. Chi‐squared tests assessed differences changes across life‐course. Results Of OUT ( N = 2382), 86.9% 2069) provided one questions. sample primarily aged 40–59 (39.3%) 60–79 (49.4%), gay (54.7%), cisgender men (59.4), White (89.7%), not active treatment (77.4%). A total 5179 codes applied 2069 responses. 5 overarching categories sub‐categories identified. Themes included: (1) self; (2) relationships; (3) (4) specific unmet needs. most commonly reported (77%, n 1593) (47%, 972). Most cancer‐related more frequently by young adult survivors. Conclusions This illuminates unique challenges that faces while navigating through

Language: Английский

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