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[Psycho-oncology and its scientific background].

Y Uchitomi1, M Inagaki, Y Matsuoka

  • 1Psycho-Oncology Division, National Cancer Center Research Institute East, 6-5-1 Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa 277-8577, Japan.

Gan to Kagaku Ryoho. Cancer & Chemotherapy
|July 4, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Psycho-oncology examines cancer's impact on quality of life and the role of psychosocial factors in cancer risk and survival. It integrates insights from various scientific fields to improve patient care.

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Area of Science:

  • Integrates psychiatry, psychology, epidemiology, pharmacology, and immunology with oncology.
  • Explores connections between psycho-oncology, neuroradiology, and molecular genetics.

Context:

  • Cancer significantly impacts patient, family, and staff quality of life.
  • Psychosocial and behavioral variables influence cancer risk and patient survival.

Purpose:

  • To elucidate the psychosocial effects of cancer on quality of life.
  • To define the influence of psychosocial and behavioral factors on cancer outcomes.
  • To review the scientific underpinnings of psycho-oncology.

Summary:

  • Psycho-oncology addresses the psychosocial dimensions of cancer care.
  • It utilizes patient education, counseling, and behavioral/psychopharmacological interventions.
  • This review covers the scientific background of psycho-oncology across multiple disciplines.

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Impact:

  • Enhances understanding of cancer's holistic impact.
  • Informs the development of targeted psychosocial interventions.
  • Provides a multidisciplinary framework for cancer research and treatment.