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Parenting experiences during cancer
1Faculty of Nursing, Oslo University College, Oslo, Norway. solvi.helseth@su.hio.no
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|September 10, 2005
Summary
Cancer significantly impacts parenting, requiring parents to adapt roles and prioritize children's needs amidst illness. Despite challenges, families strive for normalcy and security, often finding strength and closer bonds.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pediatric Care
- Family Studies
Background:
- Parental cancer introduces significant insecurity and unmet needs for children.
- Limited research exists on the impact of parental illness on parenting and child care.
- The study was conducted between 2001 and 2002.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance understanding of how cancer affects childcare.
- To assess parenting experiences of cancer patients and their spouses with young children.
Main Methods:
- Employed an explorative research design.
- Collected data through in-depth interviews.
- Sample included 18 parents from 10 families, with 23 children aged 0-18 years.
Main Results:
- Parents described a "state of emergency" due to cancer's physical and emotional toll.
- Despite difficulties, parents prioritized their children's needs and aimed to maintain normal family life.
- Positive outcomes included shifted priorities, changed values, and increased family closeness.
Conclusions:
- Cancer presents challenges that necessitate adjustments in parenting roles, responsibilities, and objectives.
- Healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, should proactively address these challenges with parents of young children.
- Increased support and assistance are needed for families navigating parental cancer.
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