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