scholarly journals Prevalence and correlates of psychological distress, unmet supportive care needs, and fear of cancer recurrence among haematological cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nienke Zomerdijk ◽  
Michelle Jongenelis ◽  
Camille E. Short ◽  
Andrew Smith ◽  
Jane Turner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Cancer Recurrence ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Fear Of Cancer Recurrence ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Haematological Cancer ◽  
Fear Of Cancer

scholarly journals Prevalence and correlates of psychological distress, unmet supportive care needs, and fear of cancer recurrence among haematological cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nienke Zomerdijk ◽  
Michelle Jongenelis ◽  
Camille E Short ◽  
Andrew Smith ◽  
Jane Turner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Unmet Needs ◽  
Cancer Recurrence ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Fear Of Cancer Recurrence ◽  
Disruptive Effect ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Fear Of Cancer

Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disruptive effect on people with haematological cancers, who represent a high-risk population due to the nature of their disease and immunosuppressive treatments. We aimed to identify the psychological impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on haematology patients and identify correlated factors to inform the development of appropriate supportive interventions.Methods 394 respondents volunteered their participation in response to a study advertisement distributed online through established haematology groups. Participants completed a self-report online survey exploring well-being, psychological distress, unmet supportive care needs, and fear of cancer recurrence.Results At least 1 in 3 respondents (35%) reported clinical levels of distress and nearly 1 in 3 (32%) identified at least one unmet need. Among respondents in remission (n = 134), clinical fear of cancer recurrence was reported by nearly all (95%). Unmet needs, pre-existing health conditions, younger age, financial concerns, and perceived risk of contracting COVID-19 were the dominant factors contributing to psychological distress during the pandemic. Psychological distress, lost income, perceived inadequate support from care team, perceived risk of contracting COVID-19, and being a woman were significantly associated with unmet needs. Psychological distress and concern about the impact of COVID-19 on cancer management were significantly associated with fear of cancer recurrence among respondents in remission.Conclusion Results highlight the high psychological burden and unmet needs experienced by people with haematological cancers during the COVID-19 pandemic and indicate a need for innovative solutions to rapidly identify distress and unmet needs during, and beyond, pandemic times.

scholarly journals Patients' Supportive Care Needs and Psychological Distress in Advanced Breast Cancer Patients in Japan

2010 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 530-536 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Uchida ◽  
T. Akechi ◽  
T. Okuyama ◽  
R. Sagawa ◽  
T. Nakaguchi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Advanced Breast Cancer ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Advanced Breast ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Breast Cancer Patients ◽  
Care Needs

Psychological distress and unmet supportive care needs in cancer patients and carers who contact cancer helplines

2011 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 213-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.K. CHAMBERS ◽  
A. GIRGIS ◽  
S. OCCHIPINTI ◽  
S. HUTCHISON ◽  
J. TURNER ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Care Needs

Quality of Life and Supportive Care Needs of Gynecologic Cancer Survivors

2019 ◽  
Vol 41 (10) ◽  
pp. 1385-1406 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne M. Reb ◽  
Diane G. Cope
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Gynecologic Cancer ◽  
Cancer Recurrence ◽  
Primary Treatment ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Fear Of Cancer Recurrence ◽  
Care Needs

Gynecologic cancer survivors experience significant distress that can impact quality of life (QOL). Optimal survivorship care requires an understanding of the survivor’s QOL and supportive care needs. The purpose of this study was to describe the QOL and needs of gynecologic cancer survivors. Women with an initial diagnosis of gynecologic cancer within 7 months of completing primary treatment ( N = 34) completed the QOL-Cancer Survivor tool and the Cancer Survivors’ Unmet Needs Survey. Fear of cancer recurrence was a repetitive theme for both tools. The lowest ranking QOL items were distress from diagnosis and treatment, family distress, and uncertainty about the future. Commonly reported needs included help to reduce stress, manage side effects, cope with fears of cancer recurrence, and gain reassurance that providers were communicating, and providing the very best medical care. Appreciating QOL and needs can facilitate the development of support services specifically tailored to gynecologic survivors.

Symptoms, psychological distress, and supportive care needs in lung cancer patients

2010 ◽  
Vol 19 (11) ◽  
pp. 1743-1751 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Chien Liao ◽  
Wei-Yu Liao ◽  
Shiow-Ching Shun ◽  
Chong-Jen Yu ◽  
Pan-Chyr Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lung Cancer ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Lung Cancer Patients
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