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Cancer: denial or suppression?

D A Dansak, R S Cordes

    International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine
    |January 1, 1978
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    Medical staff often misinterpret cancer patients' silence as denial. Differentiating between denial and suppression helps provide more effective end-of-life care.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Oncology
    • Palliative Care

    Background:

    • Medical professionals frequently misjudge terminal cancer patients' responses to death and dying.
    • Patient silence regarding fears and expectations is often wrongly attributed to denial.

    Observation:

    • Terminal cancer patients may choose to suppress thoughts about their illness as a coping mechanism.
    • This suppression is distinct from the defense mechanism of denial.

    Findings:

    • Distinguishing between denial and suppression is crucial for accurate patient assessment.
    • Careful observation of patient behavior and family discussions aid in this differentiation.

    Implications:

    • Correctly understanding patient feelings leads to more effective palliative care.
  • Improved patient-provider communication optimizes the management of physical, emotional, and interpersonal needs.