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Jiang L, Xu J, Wu Y, Liu Y, Wang X, Hu Y. Effects of the "AI-TA" Mobile App With Intelligent Design on Psychological and Related Symptoms of Young Survivors of Breast Cancer: Randomized Controlled Trial. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2024; 12:e50783. [PMID: 38833298 PMCID: PMC11185911 DOI: 10.2196/50783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Young women often face substantial psychological challenges in the initial years following cancer diagnosis, leading to a comparatively lower quality of life than older survivors. While mobile apps have emerged as potential interventions, their effectiveness remains inconclusive due to the diversity in intervention types and variation in follow-up periods. Furthermore, there is a particular dearth of evidence regarding the efficacy of these apps' intelligent features in addressing psychological distress with these apps. OBJECTIVE This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a mobile app with intelligent design called "AI-TA" on cancer-related psychological health and ongoing symptoms with a randomized controlled design. METHODS Women aged 18 to 45 years diagnosed with breast cancer were randomly assigned to the intervention or control group. The intervention was AI-TA, which included 2-way web-based follow-up every 2 weeks. Both intention-to-treat (ITT) and per-protocol (PP) analyses employed repeated measurement analysis of variance. The participants' background features, primary outcomes (psychological distress and frequency, self-efficacy, and social support), and secondary outcomes (quality of life) were measured using multiple instruments at 3 time points (baseline, 1-month intervention, and 3-month intervention). RESULTS A total of 124 participants were randomly allocated to the control group (n=62, 50%) or intervention group (n=62, 50%). In total, 92.7% (115/124) of the participants completed the intervention. Significant improvements in psychological symptoms (Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale-Short Form) were observed in the ITT group from baseline to 1-month intervention relative to the control group (ITT vs control: 1.17 vs 1.23; P<.001), which persisted at 3-month follow-up (ITT vs control: 0.68 vs 0.91; P<.001). Both the ITT and PP groups exhibited greater improvements in self-efficacy (Cancer Behavior Inventory-Brief Version) than the control group at 1-month (ITT vs PP vs control: 82.83 vs 77.12 vs 65.35; P<.001) and 3-month intervention (ITT vs PP vs control: 92.83 vs 89.30 vs 85.65; P<.001). However, the change in social support (Social Support Rating Scale) did not increase significantly until 3-month intervention (ITT vs control: 50.09 vs 45.10; P=.002) (PP vs control: 49.78 vs 45.10; P<.001). All groups also experienced beneficial effects on quality of life (Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast), which persisted at 3-month follow-up (P<.001). CONCLUSIONS The intelligent mobile app AI-TA incorporating intelligent design shows promise for reducing psychological and cancer-related symptoms among young survivors of breast cancer. TRIAL REGISTRATION Chinese Clinical Trial Registry ChiCTR2200058823; https://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.html?proj=151195.
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- Lulu Jiang
- School of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Renji Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Renji Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- School of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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Zhou Y, Shan H, Wu C, Chen H, Shen Y, Shi W, Wang L, Li Q. The mediating effect of self-efficacy on family functioning and psychological resilience in prostate cancer patients. Front Psychol 2024; 15:1392167. [PMID: 38831951 PMCID: PMC11144876 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1392167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024] Open
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Aims Prostate cancer patients face impaired body image and psychological distress during the diagnosis and treatment of the disease, which leads to changes in mood, cognition and behavior. Psychological resilience has been shown to buffer shocks and stresses from the disease. Therefore, this study investigates the relationship between family functioning and psychological resilience in prostate cancer patients and the mediating role of self-efficacy between family functioning and psychological resilience to provide a relevant theoretical basis for improving patients' psychological status by providing relevant theoretical basis. Method Using a cross-sectional design, participants were 215 patients with prostate cancer admitted to and treated in a tertiary hospital in Jiangsu province, China. Questionnaires were administered using the general information questionnaire, the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), the Family Adaptation, Partnership, Growth, Affection, and Resolution Index (APGAR), and the General Self-efficacy Scale (GSES). Data were analyzed using descriptive and correlational analyses and the bootstrap mediation test was used to test the effect relationship between the variables. Results Family functioning, self-efficacy and psychological resilience were significantly and positively correlated (r = 0.526, P < 0.01; r = 0.378, P < 0.01; r = 0.358, P < 0.01). The mediating effect of psychological resilience between family functioning and psychological resilience was significant, accounting for 42.56%. Conclusion Family function and self-efficacy have been shown to increase the level of psychological resilience in prostate cancer patients. Attention should be paid to the mental health problems of prostate cancer patients, early screening and intervention, and the use of patients' family resources to improve their confidence in recovering from the disease, thus increasing their psychological resilience and improving their mental health.
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- Yao Zhou
- Department of Urology, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University, Yancheng, China
- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
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- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
- Nursing Department, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University and The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, Yancheng, China
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- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
- Nursing Department, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University and The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, Yancheng, China
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- Department of Urology, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University, Yancheng, China
- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
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- Department of Urology, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University, Yancheng, China
- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
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- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
- Department of Oncology, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University, Yancheng, China
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- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University, Yancheng, China
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- The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, The Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
- Nursing Department, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University and The Third People's Hospital of Yancheng, Yancheng, China
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Lin J, Yang X, Chen Q, Wang A, Arbing R, Chen WT, Huang F. A latent class analysis of family resilience and its relationship with fear of recurrence in lung cancer patients: a cross-sectional study. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:211. [PMID: 38443746 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08413-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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PURPOSE Family resilience helps cancer-affected families overcome challenges and may influence an individual's fear of cancer recurrence (FCR). Identifying distinct classes of family resilience among lung cancer patients is crucial for tailored interventions. This study aimed to identify latent classes of family resilience in lung cancer patients and explore their relationships with FCR. METHODS Three hundred ten lung cancer patients from three hospitals in Fujian were recruited from June to September 2021. Clinical data were extracted from medical records, while sociodemographic details, family resilience, and FCR were self-reported. A latent class analysis was performed to identify family resilience classes. RESULTS A 4-class solution showed the best fit. Compared to Class 1, the patients who had no comorbidities (ORs = 3.480-16.005) had an increased likelihood of belonging to Class 2 and 3, while those who were not family breadwinners (ORs = 0.118-0.176) had a decreased likelihood. Further, the patients who (1) did not lack interest/pleasure in doing things during the past 2-week period (OR = 7.057), (2) were never smokers (OR = 6.230), and (3) were urban residents (OR = 8.985) had an increased likelihood of belonging to Class 4, while those who were (1) male (OR = 0.167), (2) not the family breadwinner (OR = 0.152), and (3) had none or only one child (OR = 0.203) had a decreased likelihood of belonging to Class 4. The FCR level differed significantly among these four classes. CONCLUSION Our study identified four distinct classes of family resilience among Chinese lung cancer patients. FCR severity decreased with increasing levels of family resilience.
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- Jialing Lin
- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Minhou Country, Fuzhou, 350108, Fujian, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Minhou Country, Fuzhou, 350108, Fujian, China
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- School of Nursing, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- School of Nursing, Fujian Medical University, No. 1 Xueyuan Road, Minhou Country, Fuzhou, 350108, Fujian, China.
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Tao L, Zhong T, Hu X, Fu L, Li J. Higher family and individual resilience and lower perceived stress alleviate psychological distress in female breast cancer survivors with fertility intention: a cross-sectional study. Support Care Cancer 2023; 31:408. [PMID: 37347320 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-07853-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 06/23/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to explore how family resilience and individual resilience reduce perceived stress and psychological distress in young female breast cancer survivors with fertility intention. METHODS From June 2020 to June 2021, female breast cancer survivors were selected from the cancer centers of 10 tertiary Level A general hospitals in five cities of Sichuan Province. The survivors completed the Chinese versions of the Family Resilience Assessment Scale, Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale, Perceived Stress Scale, and a self-report distress thermometer. A multiple mediation effects test and structural equation modeling were used to explore the relationships among family resilience, individual resilience, perceived stress, and psychological distress. RESULTS The direct effect of family resilience on perceived stress was β = -0.320 (95% confidence interval -0.365, -0.271, P < 0.01). The direct effect of family resilience on psychological distress was β = -0.263 (95% confidence interval -0.363, -0.153, P < 0.001). The direct effect of family resilience on individual resilience was β = 0.593 (95% confidence interval 0.542-0.640, P < 0.001). The indirect effect of family resilience on psychological distress was β = -0.322 (95% confidence interval -0.373, -0.274, P < 0.001). Both perceived stress and individual resilience mediated the relationship between family resilience and psychological distress. Furthermore, a partial mediating effect of perceived stress and individual resilience on family resilience and psychological distress was observed. CONCLUSION Young female breast cancer survivors in China experience moderate levels of psychological distress.
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- Lin Tao
- Cancer Day-Care Unit, Department of Medical Oncology, Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Cancer Day-Care Unit, Department of Medical Oncology, Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Cancer Day-Care Unit, Department of Medical Oncology, Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Thoracic Oncology Ward, Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China.
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Kim J, Lee K. Lived experiences of breast cancer in patients under the age of 40: A phenomenological study. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2023; 65:102336. [PMID: 37339554 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2023.102336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2023] [Revised: 04/25/2023] [Accepted: 04/29/2023] [Indexed: 06/22/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to understand and describe the experiences of breast cancer in patients under age 40 years in South Korea. METHODS Data were collected from December 2020 to January 2021 through individual in-depth semi-structured interviews with 10 patients aged <40 years less than one year after they had completed treatment for breast cancer. We performed a qualitative study using Colaizzi's phenomenological method. RESULTS The six theme clusters for intrapersonal, interpersonal, and sociocultural categories were as follows: 1) physical pain, 2) psychological response and need, 3) positive relationships with family members, 4) non-familial support system, 5) age stereotypes of cancer, and 6) Confucian culture in Korea. CONCLUSIONS The study provides insights into the specific issues and major concerns of young breast cancer patients from multiple perspectives. Based on the results, optimized support should be developed to relieve the physical, psychological, and social burden on young breast cancer patients. Specific information and communication training should be offered to oncology nurses to provide counseling in order to reduce patient anxiety and fear related to these issues. The study emphasizes the importance of positive relationships with family and the non-familial support system and suggests that nursing intervention can help support these relationships to prevent social isolation.
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- Jiyoung Kim
- Department of Nursing, Inha University, Incheon, South Korea
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- College of Nursing, Baekseok University, Cheonan, South Korea.
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Li JM, Su XQ, Xu XP, Xue P, Guo YJ. Influencing factors analysis of adaptability of cancer patients to return-to-work. Support Care Cancer 2023; 31:302. [PMID: 37099274 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-07768-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 04/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To clarify the adaptability of cancer patients to return to work and explore its influencing factors. DESIGN A cross-sectional study. SETTINGS/PARTICIPANTS From March to October 2021, 283 cancer patients in the follow-up period were recruited from the oncology departments of four secondary and above hospitals and cancer friendship associations in Nantong city using self-developed scale of adaptability to return to work for cancer patients by convenience sampling method. METHODS The contents included general sociodemographic data, disease-related data, cancer patients' readability to work Scale, Medical Coping Style Questionnaire, Social Support Rating Scale, Family Closeness and Readability Scale, General self-efficacy Scale and Social impact Scale. Paper questionnaires were used for face-to-face data collection, and SPSS17.0 was used for statistical analysis. Univariable analyses and multiple linear regression analysis were conducted. RESULTS The overall score of cancer patients' adaptability to return to work was (87.05±20.255), (22.54±4.234) for the dimension of focused rehabilitation, (32.02±9.013) for the dimension of reconstruction effectiveness, and (32.49±9.023) for the dimension of adjustment planning. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that the current return to full-time work (β =0.226, P 0.05), the current return to non-full-time work (β =0.184, P 0.05), yield response (β = -0.132, P 0.05), and general self-efficacy (β =0.226, P 0.05) could affect their return to work adaptation. CONCLUSION The results of status quo and influencing factors showed that the adaptability of cancer patients to return to work was generally higher in this study. Cancer patients who had participated in work, had lower yield coping scores and stigma scores, and higher self-efficacy scores and family adjustment and intimacy scores had better adaptability to return to work again. ETHICAL APPROVAL It has been approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee of the Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University (Project No.202065).
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- Jia-Mei Li
- School of Medicine (School of Nursing) Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine (School of Nursing) Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China
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- Imaging department, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu Province, 226001, China
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- Taizhou Second People's Hospital, Taizhou, 225511, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine (School of Nursing) Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, Jiangsu, China.
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Akiyama M, Ishida N, Takahashi H, Takahashi M, Otsuki A, Sato Y, Saito J, Yaguchi-Saito A, Fujimori M, Kaji Y, Shimazu T. Screening practices of cancer survivors and individuals whose family or friends had a cancer diagnoses-a nationally representative cross-sectional survey in Japan (INFORM Study 2020). J Cancer Surviv 2023; 17:663-676. [PMID: 37041402 PMCID: PMC10089820 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-023-01367-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/16/2023] [Indexed: 04/13/2023]
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PURPOSE We examined cancer screening practices and related beliefs in cancer survivors and individuals with family or close friends with a cancer diagnosis compared to individuals without the above cancer history for 5 population-based (gastric, colorectal, lung, breast, cervical) and 1 opportunistic (prostate) cancer screenings using nationally representative cross-sectional survey in Japan. METHODS We analyzed 3269 data from 3605 respondents (response rate, 37.1%) and compared the screening beliefs and practices of cancer survivors (n = 391), individuals with family members (n = 1674), and close friends with a cancer diagnosis (n = 685) to those without any cancer history (n = 519). RESULTS Being a cancer survivor was associated with screening for gastric (OR, 1.75; 95% CI, 1.04-2.95), colorectal (OR, 1.56; 95% CI, 1.03-2.36), and lung cancer (OR, 1.71; 95% CI, 1.10-2.66) but not breast, cervical cancer or PSA test. Having a family cancer diagnosis was associated with colorectal and lung cancer screening. Having friends with a cancer diagnosis was associated with PSA test. Cancer survivors and family members perceived themselves as being more susceptible and worried about getting cancer than individuals without any cancer history. Cancer survivors strongly believed screening can detect cancer and were more likely to undergo screening. Subgroup analysis indicated an interrelation between gastric and colorectal cancer screening among survivors. CONCLUSIONS A cancer diagnosis in oneself or family or friend influences an individual's health-related belief and risk perception, which can increase the likelihood of cancer screening. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS Targeted and tailored communication strategies can increase awareness of cancer screening.
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- Miki Akiyama
- Faculty of Information Studies, Keio University, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa, Japan.
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- Biostatistics Unit, Clinical and Translational Research Center, Keio University Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Screening Assessment and Management, Institute for Cancer Control, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Japan Cancer Survivorship Network, Tokyo, Japan
- Iwate Medical University, Morioka, Iwate, Japan
- Tokyo Jikei University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Behavioral Sciences, Institute for Cancer Control, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Biostatistics Unit, Clinical and Translational Research Center, Keio University Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Behavioral Sciences, Institute for Cancer Control, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Behavioral Sciences, Institute for Cancer Control, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
- Faculty of Human Sciences, Tokiwa University, Mito, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Division of Supportive Care, Survivorship and Translational Research, Institute for Cancer Control, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Behavioral Sciences, Institute for Cancer Control, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Behavioral Sciences, Institute for Cancer Control, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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Tao L, Hu X, Fu L, Zhang X, Chen H. Effects of family beliefs and family strength on individual resilience and quality of life among young breast cancer survivors: A cross‐sectional study. J Clin Nurs 2022; 32:2616-2626. [PMID: 35426197 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.16321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Revised: 03/12/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES This study examines the effects of family beliefs and family strength on individual resilience and quality of life among young breast cancer survivors and determines whether family strength mediates the effect of family beliefs on individual resilience and quality of life. BACKGROUND Family beliefs and family strength are meaningful protective factors that help individuals maintain physical and mental health. However, few studies have explored their impact on individual resilience and quality of life. DESIGN This study was conducted using a cross-sectional survey with a three-stage, stratified, convenience sampling approach following the STROBE guideline. METHODS From August 2020 to May 2021, participants completed the shortened Chinese version of the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale, the Chinese version of the Family Beliefs Scale, the Family Strength Scale and the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast scale. Structural equation modelling and multiple mediation effects test were used to explore the relationships among family beliefs, family strength, individual resilience and quality of life. RESULTS The final model accounted for 44.5% and 78.1% of the total variance of individual resilience and quality of life, respectively. Family beliefs had an indirect effect on both individual resilience and quality of life through family strength. Family strength had a direct effect on individual resilience and had both a direct and an indirect effect on quality of life. Family strength mediated the correlations of family beliefs with individual resilience and quality of life. CONCLUSION Mobilising family resources to establish healthy family beliefs and exert positive family strength will help increase young breast cancer survivors' individual resilience and improve quality of life. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE This study confirms the importance for clinical nursing practice to mobilise family resources and develop interventions centred on family beliefs and family strength.
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- Lin Tao
- West China School of Nursing Sichuan University Chengdu China
- Department of Breast Surgery West China Hospital Sichuan University Chengdu China
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- Department of Breast Surgery West China Hospital Sichuan University Chengdu China
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- Department of Breast Surgery West China Hospital Sichuan University Chengdu China
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- Department of Breast Surgery West China Hospital Sichuan University Chengdu China
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- West China School of Nursing Sichuan University Chengdu China
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Laza Vásquez C, Gea Sánchez M. Autosacrificio femenino durante el padecimiento del cáncer de mama. REVISTA ESTUDOS FEMINISTAS 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/1806-9584-2022v30n377317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Resumen: Explorar los patrones del comportamiento socialmente construido y basados en el género asociado con el autosacrificio de mujeres jóvenes durante el padecimiento del cáncer de mama. Estudio cualitativo descriptivo realizado en la ciudad de Neiva, Departamento del Huila (Colombia) durante el 2018. Participaron 15 mujeres diagnosticadas a los 45 años o antes. La información se recolectó a través de un grupo de discusión y diez entrevistas semiestructuradas, y los datos se trataron mediante el análisis temático. Tres temas emergieron: “Ante todo, cuidar de sus hijos(as) y su familia”, “Ocultar el dolor físico y emocional” y “No ser una carga para su familia”. A pesar de la enfermedad, las mujeres deben continuar cumpliendo los roles socialmente establecidos para el género femenino, priorizando las necesidades de los demás y haciéndose cargo de las propias.
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Wu Q, Zhu P, Liu X, Chen C, Ji Q, Gu Q. The impact of family function on mental health status in patient with inflammatory bowel disease: The mediating role of self-esteem. Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:1007318. [PMID: 36532185 PMCID: PMC9754665 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.1007318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Family function is a protective factor for mental health status in IBD patients; however, the underlying processes are unknown. This study aimed to investigate the mediating influence of self-esteem on family functioning and mental health. METHODS This cross-sectional study comprised a total of 133 IBD patients who were assessed for family function (APGAR) and depression symptoms. (PHQ-9), anxiety symptoms. (GAD-7) and self-esteem (RSES) via self-administered questionnaires. Mediating effects were tested using the SPSS Process program with bootstrap. RESULTS The total score of PHQ-9 was 7.44 ±5.54. The total score of GAD-7 was 6.15±4.78. Significant associations were identified among family function, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety symptoms. Results revealed a significant indirect effect, suggesting that the effects of family function on depression and anxiety symptoms were mediated by self-esteem; the indirect effects percentages were 41.63 and 29.25. CONCLUSION These results indicate that the family function of IBD patients can predict their mental health condition. As self-esteem is a mediating element, which may have been influenced by family function, mental health status is indirectly affected. Therefore, promoting the self-esteem of IBD patients is crucial for facilitating long-term mental wellness.
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- Qiwei Wu
- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- Gastroenterology Department, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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Liu X, Chen C, Wu Q, Ji Q, Zhu P. Dilemma: Disclosure Experience Among Young Female Breast Cancer Survivors in China. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2021; 11:486-492. [PMID: 34962155 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2021.0124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Purpose: Culture influences whether cancer patients disclose their disease diagnosis to others. Understanding Chinese young female breast cancer survivors (BCSs)' experiences and perspectives on disclosure could play a vital role in clinical nursing. This study explores the experiences of Chinese young female BCSs with disease disclosure and describes the reasons for their choices. Methods: Using the tenets of phenomenological research and a purpose sampling method, semistructured interviews were conducted with 31 BCSs from February to April 2021. Colaizzi's analysis method was performed with NVivo software to develop common themes from the data. Results: From the analysis of the interviews of the 31 participants, three main themes were identified: (1) disclosure-to whom, including core family members, close friends, roommates, and employers; (2) disclosure to achieve positive outcomes, including: to gain social support, tell others to take precautions, obtain relevant information, and get permission to work flexibly, and (3) nondisclosure to avoid negative outcomes, including fear of discrimination and stigmatization, strengthen the role of the patient, bring excessive burden, and fear of excessive compassion. Conclusions: For young women diagnosed with breast cancer in China, it is a very complicated matter whether they choose to disclose their diagnosis to others. While disclosure can bring many benefits, it is important to look at the reasons why these women are concealing their diagnosis.
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Affiliation(s)
- Xinyi Liu
- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
| | - Qiwei Wu
- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
| | - Pingting Zhu
- School of Nursing, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China.,Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Zoonosis, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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