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Learned Helplessness and Associated Factors Among Patients with Lung Cancer
Fengmei Huang1, Yumei Shi1, Li Ding2
1Department of Medical Oncology, Chongqing University Cancer Hospital, Chongqing, 400030, People's Republic of China.
Patient Preference and Adherence
|February 27, 2024
Summary
Learned helplessness (LH) is a moderate concern for lung cancer patients. Illness perception, self-efficacy, and resignation coping significantly influence LH, highlighting areas for targeted interventions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Oncology
- Health Sciences
Background:
- Learned helplessness (LH) is a psychological state resulting from repeated failures, significantly impacting lung cancer patients' quality of life.
- LH can lead to physical, social, and psychological difficulties in individuals with lung cancer.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of learned helplessness (LH) in patients diagnosed with lung cancer.
- To identify key factors associated with learned helplessness among lung cancer patients.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 237 lung cancer patients from Chongqing University Cancer Hospital (August 2022 - March 2023).
- Utilized questionnaires for general information, LH, illness perception, health promotion strategies, coping modes, and self-esteem.
- Employed multiple linear regression analysis to identify factors influencing LH.
Main Results:
- The average LH score among lung cancer patients was 52.19±11.20, indicating a moderate level.
- Illness perception (β=0.249, P=0.001), self-efficacy (β=-0.194, P=0.017), and resignation coping mode (β=0.267, P<0.001) were significant predictors of LH.
- These factors collectively explained 42.0% of the variance in LH scores.
Conclusions:
- Learned helplessness presents a moderate challenge for lung cancer patients.
- Interventions should focus on enhancing self-efficacy, promoting positive coping mechanisms, and mitigating negative illness perceptions to alleviate LH.
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