scholarly journals Health Behavior and Associated Factors in Young Adult Cancer Patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Isabelle Stroske ◽  
Kristina Geue ◽  
Michael Friedrich ◽  
Annekathrin Sender ◽  
Ricarda Schmidt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Behavior ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Balanced Diet ◽  
Prevention And Health Promotion ◽  
Young Adult Cancer ◽  
Medical Recommendations ◽  
Future Work

Objectives: Having cancer in young adulthood increases the risk of adverse long-term health effects. These risks can be influenced by one’s health behavior (HB). The aim of this study is therefore to investigate the presence of health behavior in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) and to identify associated factors.Design: Young cancer patients (18–39 years old at time of diagnosis) were surveyed at baseline and 12 months later via online or as a paper-pencil version.Methods: A spectrum of indicators for HB was assessed via seven items from the Questionnaire of Multiple Health Behavior (MHB). Multiple linear regression analyses were conducted to determine factors associated with patients’ HB indicators.Results: Five-hundred and fourteen AYAs (75% women) reported the highest level of health-conscious behavior for “avoidance of consumption of nicotine,” “follow medical recommendations,” and “being considerate in road traffic.” Less health-conscious behavior was reported for “keeping an appropriate and balanced diet” and “physical activity.” Significant improvements from baseline to the follow-up were observed for “regularly attending health screening” (Hedges’ g = 0.44). The analyzed factors explained up to 10% of the HB indicators. Women reported significantly more health-conscious behavior than men in four out of seven HB indicators. Higher quality of life (QoL) was associated with more health behavior in three out of seven HB indicators.Conclusion: Findings show a predominantly health-conscious lifestyle in AYA cancer patients, though we also found harmful behavior which needs to be better approached—e.g., through improving AYAs’ health education. AYA men should be particularly targeted in specific prevention and health promotion measures. Future work should identify other factors associated with HB to evaluate targets for intervention.

Cancer-Related Fatigue and Associated Factors in Young Adult Cancer Patients

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 297-303 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erik Nowe ◽  
Michael Friedrich ◽  
Katja Leuteritz ◽  
Annekathrin Sender ◽  
Yve Stöbel-Richter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cancer Related Fatigue ◽  
Young Adult Cancer

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Suicidal Ideation, and Attempt Among Cancer Patients in Ayder Comprehensive Specialized Hospital: Cross-Sectional, Mekelle, Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 365-372
Author(s):  
Tesfalem Araya ◽  
Weyni Gidey
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Performance Status ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Specialized Hospital ◽  
The World

Background: Cancer patients are at high risk for suicide, particularly, when they are informed about the cancer diagnosis. However, there is a limited study in Ethiopia therefore, assessing suicidal ideation, attempt, and its associated factors are needed for intervention. Methods: An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted from March to June 2019 at Ayder comprehensive specialized hospital with a total of 297 participants. Suicide module of the World Mental Health (WMH) survey initiative version adopted from the World Health Organization (WHO) and used to assess suicidal ideation and attempt. Binary logistic regression analysis employed to identify factors associated with suicidal ideation and attempt. Odds ratio with 95% CI and P-value <0.05 was applied to identify significantly associated factors. Results: The lifetime prevalence of suicidal ideation and the attempt was found to be 27.9% [95%CI (22.3, 31.6)] and 8.4% [95%CI (5.2, 10.3)] respectively. Being female [AOR= 2.23, 95%CI (1.27, 3.92)], stage IV cancer [AOR=2.08, 95%CI(1.47, 3.81)], having depression and anxiety [AOR=2.31, 95%CI(1.24,4.32)], poor social support [AOR=3.70, 95%CI(2.01,6.78)], and level 4 performance status [AOR=3.73, 95%CI(1.71, 8.13)] were the factors associated with lifetime suicidal ideation. While being in level 4, performance status was also significantly associated with suicidal attempt. Conclusion: Both suicidal ideation and attempt among cancer patients are high. The suicidal ideation had a statistical association with sex, stage of cancer, having depression and anxiety, social support, and level of performance. Therefore, health education for early screening and treatment for depression and anxiety, and giving social support are crucial for the reduction of suicide.

scholarly journals Demands and Factors Associated to Psychosocial Support of Cancer Patients at Vietnam National Cancer Hospital

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 35-46
Author(s):  
Nam Tien Pham ◽  
Le Tu Hoang ◽  
Nguyen Kim Oanh ◽  
Nguyen Khac Liem ◽  
Hoang Van Minh
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Psychosocial Support ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Psychological States ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Cancer Hospital ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative Study

Cancer patients in Vietnam are increasing exponentially in numbers, with great demands for psychosocial support. This study explored the demands for the psychosocial support of cancer patients at Vietnam National Cancer Hospital and several associated factors. This is a cross-sectional survey, qualitative and quantitative study, and conducted from April to September 2017. This study utilized the structured questionnaire of 418 cancer patients, 8 in-depth interviews and 3 focus group discussions. Results of the study showed that cancer patients have different demands for 6 types of psychosocial support services, specifically: visiting about health and family difficulties (86.1%), providing information on supporting networks for cancer patients (75.7%), psychological counseling and consultation (68.4%), psychotherapy (49.9%), Consultation on self-care for appearance (39.1%), and Consultation on social communication (38.6%). Factors associated to cancer patients’ demands for psychosocial support at Vietnam National Cancer Hospital are gender, the number of treatments, and psychological states. In addition, to improve the quality of life for cancer patients, Vietnam National Cancer Hospital should promote psychosocial support activities for cancer patients, based on associated factors.

scholarly journals Unmet supportive care needs and associated factors among young adult cancer patients in Japan

BMC Cancer ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Masako Okamura ◽  
Maiko Fujimori ◽  
Ayako Sato ◽  
Yosuke Uchitomi
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Unmet Needs ◽  
Psychological Needs ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Young Adult Cancer

Abstract Background Young adult cancer patients often face unique challenges and have potential unmet needs. This study aimed (1) to describe unmet supportive care needs among young adults with cancer in Japan, and (2) to identify its associated factors. Methods In a cross-sectional web-based survey, 206 young adults with cancer were assessed for supportive care needs. Multiple regression analysis examined whether demographics, clinical variables and social support were associated with unmet supportive care needs. Results A total of 206 patients (180 female) with a mean age of 33.7 years (SD = 4.3, range: 22–39) participated. One hundred and fifty-eight participants (76.7%) reported at least one unmet supportive care needs. The top 20 unmet needs included 9 of the 10 psychological needs, 3 of the 5 physical and daily living needs, 8 of the 11 health system and information needs and 1 of the 5 sexuality needs. Multiple regression analysis revealed that perceived poorer PS, experience of change in work/school after a cancer diagnosis and poor social support were significantly associated with higher supportive care needs. The total score of supportive care needs was significantly associated with both psychological distress and QOL. Conclusions More than 70% of young adult cancer patients reported unmet supportive care needs and most of those were psychological needs. The findings suggest potential opportunities for intervention in addressing psychological needs rather than physical and information needs.

scholarly journals A Virtual Pet Serious Game in Motivating Children with Cancer in Treatment and Self-Care: A Conceptual Design

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 6-19
Author(s):  
Carmen, Wang Er Chai ◽  
Bee Theng Lau ◽  
Abdullah Al Mahmud ◽  
Mark Tee Kit Tsun
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Childhood Cancer ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Treatment Adherence ◽  
Observational Learning ◽  
Serious Games ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Balanced Diet ◽  
Target Treatment ◽  
Future Work

Childhood cancer is the number one cause of death by illness in children. However, despite being such a deadly disease, survival from childhood cancer is high with cancer treatment. Unfortunately, undergoing cancer treatment can result in many treatments related side-effects. Daily self-care such as maintaining a balanced diet, drinking enough fluids, practicing proper hygiene and getting enough rest, can be effective in lowering the severity of these symptoms. It is found that existing interventions for cancer patients do not target treatment adherence in children. Therefore, the aim of the research is to design an intervention which is able to motivate children to adhere to treatment and encourage daily self-care. To enhance the design of such an intervention, the article explores the potential of virtual pet games as a health intervention, and the use of the Protection Motivation Theory and Social Learning Theory’s observational learning in increasing the intervention’s effectiveness. Finally, the design considerations, game objectives and overall conceptual architecture of the proposed intervention are discussed. A conceptual comparison is also made between the proposed game and existing serious games for cancer patients. Future work is required to develop this design into a working prototype, and to evaluate its effectiveness on improving treatment adherence and promoting daily self-care with childhood cancer patients.

scholarly journals Unmet supportive care needs and associated factors among young adult cancer patients in Japan

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Masako Okamura ◽  
Maiko Fujimori ◽  
Ayako Sato ◽  
Yosuke Uchitomi
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Supportive Care ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Unmet Needs ◽  
Psychological Needs ◽  
Supportive Care Needs ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Young Adult Cancer

Abstract Background: Young adult cancer patients often face unique challenges and have potential unmet needs. This study aimed (1) to describe unmet supportive care needs among young adults with cancer in Japan, and (2) to identify its associated factors.Methods: In a cross-sectional web-based survey, 206 young adults with cancer were assessed for supportive care needs. Multiple regression analysis examined whether demographics, clinical variables and social support were associated with unmet supportive care needs.Results: A total of 206 patients (180 female) with a mean age of 33.7 years (SD=4.3, range: 22-39) participated. One hundred and fifty-eight participants (76.7%) reported at least one unmet supportive care needs. The top 20 unmet needs included 9 of the 10 psychological needs, 3 of the 5 physical and daily living needs, 8 of the 11 health system and information needs and 1 of the 5 sexuality needs. Multiple regression analysis revealed that perceived poorer PS, experience of change in work/school after a cancer diagnosis and poor social support were significantly associated with higher supportive care needs. The total score of supportive care needs was significantly associated with both psychological distress and QOL.Conclusions: More than 70% of young adult cancer patients reported unmet supportive care needs and most of those were psychological needs. The findings suggest potential opportunities for intervention in addressing psychological needs rather than physical and information needs.

Demographic factors associated with missed follow-up among solid tumor patients treated at a large multi-site academic institution

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (32) ◽  
pp. 2635-2643
Author(s):  
Samantha L Freije ◽  
Jordan A Holmes ◽  
Saleh Rachidi ◽  
Susannah G Ellsworth ◽  
Richard C Zellars ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Tumor Patients ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Follow Up Care ◽  
Risk Patients ◽  
African American Race

Aim: To identify demographic predictors of patients who miss oncology follow-up, considering that missed follow-up has not been well studies in cancer patients. Methods: Patients with solid tumors diagnosed from 2007 to 2016 were analyzed (n = 16,080). Univariate and multivariable logistic regression models were constructed to examine predictors of missed follow-up. Results: Our study revealed that 21.2% of patients missed ≥1 follow-up appointment. African–American race (odds ratio [OR] 1.33; 95% CI: 1.17–1.51), Medicaid insurance (OR 1.59; 1.36–1.87), no insurance (OR 1.66; 1.32–2.10) and rural residence (OR 1.78; 1.49–2.13) were associated with missed follow-up. Conclusion: Many cancer patients miss follow-up, and inadequate follow-up may influence cancer outcomes. Further research is needed on how to address disparities in follow-up care in high-risk patients.

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