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Bereavement in paediatric oncology: programme evaluation.

Marta Giorgia Podda1, Olga Nigro2, Francesco Barretta3

  • 1Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano, Italy marta.podda@istitutotumori.mi.it.

BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care
|July 9, 2026
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Summary

Parental bereavement support after childhood cancer is often underestimated. A diversified model integrating psychological care, peer mentorship, and healthcare contact is recommended to aid adaptation and reduce isolation.

Keywords:
BereavementCancerPaediatricsPalliative Care

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Psychosocial Support
  • Bereavement Care

Background:

  • Childhood cancer mortality results in profound parental grief.
  • Bereavement support is a recognized standard of care but lacks structured, consistent programs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey bereaved parents regarding their experiences and preferences for bereavement support initiatives.
  • To identify unmet needs and preferred support modalities in pediatric oncology bereavement.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional survey of 74 bereaved parents of pediatric oncology patients.
  • Questionnaire explored experiences with existing support and desired future activities.
  • Data analyzed for parent preferences and demographic variations.

Main Results:

  • 56% found volunteer activities and 62% ongoing contact with healthcare staff helpful.
  • Preferred support included psychologist counseling (38%), commemorative ceremonies (34%), and peer groups (30%).
  • Parents bereaved longer showed more interest in peer meetings and clinician contact.

Conclusions:

  • Parental bereavement needs are often underestimated and extend beyond conventional counseling.
  • A proactive, diversified support model is crucial for improving adaptation and reducing isolation.
  • Integrating psychological care, peer mentorship, and healthcare team contact is recommended.