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Post-traumatic growth among childhood cancer survivors: A qualitative meta-synthesis
Shuo Zhang1, Chun-Yan Liu1, Fang Wang1
1Department of Nursing, Children's Hospital of Soochow University, No. 92 Zhong Nan Street, Soochow, Jiangsu Province, China; School of Nursing, Medical College of Soochow University, No. 1 Shi Zi Road, Soochow, Jiangsu Province, China.
Purpose:
To conduct a meta-synthesis of qualitative studies on the post-traumatic growth experiences of childhood cancer survivors.
Method:
Various databases, including PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, EMBASE, PsycInfo, ProQuest, Scopus, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Data, China Science and Technology Journal Database (CSTJ), and China Biology Medicine (CBM) were used to retrieve qualitative studies on childhood cancer survivors who experienced post-traumatic growth.
Results:
Eight papers were included in this study, and similar fragments were combined to form eight categories, which were further combined into four synthesized findings: adjustment of cognitive system, enhancement of personal strength, improving relationships with others, resetting of life goals.
Conclusions:
Post-traumatic growth was observed in some childhood cancer survivors. The potential resources and positive forces contributing to this growth are of great significance in the fight against cancer, in tapping into individual and social resources to help survivors grow, and in improving their survival rates and quality of life. It also provides a new perspective for healthcare providers regarding the relevant psychological interventions.
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