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Jimmie C Holland¹

¹Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, and Department of Psychiatry, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, USA. holandj@mskcc.org

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Psycho-oncology integrates psychological, behavioral, and social factors into cancer care, enhancing prevention and treatment. This field is crucial for managing distress and improving patient well-being throughout the cancer journey.

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Therapeutic Massage for Psychological Well-being in Geriatric Oncology

Therapeutic Massage for Psychological Well-being in Geriatric Oncology

Published on: May 22, 2026

Area of Science:

Oncology
Psychology
Behavioral Science

Background:

Growing interest in psychological, behavioral, and social factors in cancer over 25 years.
Recognition of the need for holistic cancer care, including psychosocial well-being.
Increasing public and professional concern regarding the impact of cancer on mental health.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the emergent role of psycho-oncology as a subspecialty.
To emphasize the integration of psychosocial well-being and distress management in cancer treatment.
To underscore the importance of psycho-oncology in cancer prevention through lifestyle behavior research.

Main Methods:

Review of the evolving role and research contributions of psycho-oncology.
Analysis of the integration of psychosocial care in oncology.
Exploration of psycho-oncology's impact on cancer prevention strategies.

Main Results:

Psycho-oncology has become a vital subspecialty in oncology.
Effective cancer care necessitates integrating psychosocial support and distress management.
Research in psycho-oncology is key to understanding and modifying risk behaviors for cancer prevention.

Conclusions:

Psycho-oncology plays a unique and essential role in both cancer treatment and prevention.
Addressing psychological and social factors is integral to comprehensive cancer care.
Continued research in psycho-oncology will advance theory and practice in cancer management and prevention.