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Peter Maramaldi1, Sheryn Dungan, Nancy Levitan Poorvu
1Simmons College, 300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
Journal of Gerontological Social Work
|October 18, 2008
Summary
Cancer survival is improving, leading to more people living with cancer as a chronic illness. This review covers evidence-based psychosocial interventions to support cancer patients and their families, including traditional and complementary therapies.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and oncology
- Psychosocial oncology
- Health and wellness
Background:
- Cancer is increasingly viewed as a chronic illness due to advances in detection and treatment.
- Rising survival rates necessitate improved psychosocial support for individuals with cancer.
- There is a growing demand for evidence-based interventions to enhance well-being in cancer patients and their families.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review evidence-based psychosocial interventions for individuals with cancer and their family members.
- To discuss traditional and technology-enhanced psychosocial interventions.
- To explore complementary and alternative therapies for augmenting cancer care.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of evidence-based psychosocial interventions.
- Analysis of traditional and technology-enhanced approaches.
- Examination of complementary and alternative therapies in cancer care.
Main Results:
- Evidence supports various psychosocial interventions for improving quality of life in cancer patients.
- Both traditional and technology-based interventions show promise in addressing patient needs.
- Complementary and alternative therapies can effectively supplement standard psychosocial care.
Conclusions:
- Effective psychosocial interventions are crucial for managing cancer as a chronic condition.
- A multimodal approach, integrating various therapies, offers comprehensive support.
- Further research into optimizing psychosocial care for long-term cancer survivors is warranted.
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