scholarly journals Autonomy-supportive exercise behaviors promote breast cancer survivors’ well-being

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 409-417
Author(s):  
Behzad Behzadnia ◽  
Arezou Kiani ◽  
Solmaz Babaei
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Treatment Condition ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Exercise Motivation ◽  
Subjective Vitality ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Intervention Session

Background: Grounded in self-determination theory (SDT), this pilot study aimed to test an autonomy-supportive exercise instructing style to promote hedonic (seeking comfort and pleasure) and eudaimonic (seeking to develop the best within one and pursue excellence)orientations, exercise motivation, and psychological well-being of breast cancer survivors. Methods: Twenty-four breast cancer survivors were randomized in either autonomy-supportive exercise instructing style (treatment condition) or usual exercise instructing style (control condition). The study consisted of a pre-intervention session followed by 22 exercise sessions and a post-intervention session. Hedonic and eudaimonic orientations, exercise motivation, and psychological well-being (subjective vitality) measured at baseline and post-intervention sessions. Results: As expected, participants in the treatment condition reported greater eudaimonic and hedonic orientations and subjective vitality compared to the participants in the control condition. The results showed no difference in exercise motivation across conditions. Conclusion: We concluded that the SDT-based intervention was successful in helping breast cancer survivors increase hedonic and eudaimonic orientations and subjective vitality. Practical and theoretical implications, along with limitations and future research suggestions are discussed inside.

scholarly journals Quality of Life and Psychological Well-Being of Breast Cancer Survivors in Jordan

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (14) ◽  
pp. 5927-5936 ◽  
Author(s):  
Munir Abu-Helalah ◽  
Motasem Al-Hanaqta ◽  
Hussam Alshraideh ◽  
Nada Abdulbaqi ◽  
Jameel Hijazeen
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Well Being

scholarly journals Analysis of quality of life in breast cancer survivors using structural equation modelling: the role of spirituality, social support and psychological well-being

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 354-363 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mojgan Firouzbakht ◽  
Karimollah Hajian-Tilaki ◽  
Dariush Moslemi
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Psychological Factors ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Equation Modelling

Abstract Background To explore and characterize the inter-relationship between psychological well-being, spirituality, social support, comorbidity, demographic and lifestyle factors and quality of life (QoL). Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted with 305 breast cancer survivors in northern Iran in 2017. The demographic and socio-economic data and physical activity were measured with a standard questionnaire. The standard European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) QLQ-C30 QoL scale, a system-of-belief inventory questionnaire, the social support scale, the short form of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and the fatigue severity scale (FSS) were used in data collection. In structural equation modelling analysis, we used the maximum likelihood procedure to estimate the direct and indirect effects of relevant factors on QoL. Results The median age (quartile 1 [Q1], quartile 3 [Q3]) of patients was 50 y (43, 55). The psychological factors designated by anxiety, depression and FSS had a negative significant direct effect on QoL (β=−0.62). Spirituality has a positive direct effect (β=0.089) but a negligible indirect effect (β=0.020) on QoL, while the direct association of social support was almost negligible. Conclusions The findings emphasized the unifying structure of the determinants of QoL and the mediating negative association of psychological factors with QoL. Thus the supportive education efforts should focus on improving psychological well-being along with standard treatment in breast cancer survivors.

The Effects of Psychotherapy on Psychological Well-Being and Diurnal Cortisol Patterns in Breast Cancer Survivors

2012 ◽  
Vol 81 (3) ◽  
pp. 173-182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fei-Hsiu Hsiao ◽  
Guey-Mei Jow ◽  
Wen-Hung Kuo ◽  
King-Jen Chang ◽  
Yu-Fen Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Diurnal Cortisol

Effects of physical activity on psychological well-being outcomes in breast cancer survivors from prediagnosis to posttreatment survivorship

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (8) ◽  
pp. 1987-1994 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan Aguiñaga ◽  
Diane K. Ehlers ◽  
Josh Cosman ◽  
Joan Severson ◽  
Arthur F. Kramer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Well Being

iMETX (Individualized Metabolic RX): An environmental intervention to increase energy expenditure in breast cancer survivors.

2019 ◽  
Vol 37 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. e23060-e23060
Author(s):  
Tarah Jean Ballinger ◽  
Sandra K. Althouse ◽  
Timothy P. Olsen ◽  
Kathy Miller ◽  
Jeffrey Sledge
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Energy Expenditure ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Web Application ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Primary Treatment ◽  
Post Intervention

e23060 Background: Despite survival and quality of life benefits associated with physical activity (PA), many breast cancer survivors remain inactive. Effective, sustainable PA interventions must account for individual differences in capability, motivation, and environment. iMETX evaluated the feasibility, mechanics, and efficacy of delivering an individualized, dynamic intervention to increase energetic capacity and energy expenditure in breast cancer survivors. Methods: Stage 0-III breast cancer pts who had completed primary treatment were enrolled. Baseline PA patterns were collected using a wearable GPS/accelerometer for 4 weeks pre- intervention. Detailed movement data collection continued throughout the 12- week intervention, during which pts received tailored PA “prescriptions” every 1-3 days from an interactive web application, adjusted based on individual capability and environment to achieve pre- determined energy endpoints. Baseline and post- intervention, energetic capacity was assessed by power generation using a stationary bicycle protocol feasible in the clinic setting over a range of physical capabilities. Body composition by DEXA and quality of life questionnaires were collected. Results: 56 of 57 enrolled pts completed the intervention (98%). Median age was 60 (range 38 – 82), and pts were an average of 5.25 yrs from diagnosis (range 0.5 – 21 yrs). In the total population, energetic capacity (Watts/kg lean mass) increased significantly from 1.75 to 1.99 W/kg (p < 0.01) post- intervention. Separated by baseline energetic capacity, the lowest performing tertile improved significantly (0.76 to 1.12 W/kg, p < 0.01), while the highest performing tertile did not (2.75 to 2.96 W/kg, p = 0.30). Physical and functional well-being also improved (FACT-B TOI, pre: 72.26, post: 74.66, p = 0.02). Conclusions: iMETx is a feasible PA intervention with high adherence rates. Individualized PA prescriptions allowing pts to move in their typical environment resulted in improved energetic capacity and well- being. Results were particularly significant in those with the lowest baseline energetic capacity, a population most in need of effective and accessible PA interventions. Clinical trial information: NCT03158519.

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