Fear, Anxiety, and Coping Self-efficacy of Individuals With Cancer During COVID-19 and Predictive Risk Factors: A Descriptive and Correlational Study

Karataş, Tuğba; Ayaz‐Alkaya, Sultan; Özdemir, Nuriye

doi:10.1016/j.soncn.2023.151420

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“…The prevalence of depression in cancer patients, as evidenced in the literature, varied widely, with rates documented between 0 and 40% [47]. Several potential triggers for anxiety, depression, and distress were identified in cancer patients, including factors like low self-esteem, limited social support, and decreased functional abilities, recognized as risk factors for depression [48]. Nevertheless, it is imperative to highlight the widespread occurrence of PTSD symptoms in cancer patients during the pandemic, with cancer-related PTSD rates reaching up to 30% [49].…”

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Pandemic Stressors and Adaptive Responses: A Longitudinal Analysis of the Quality of Life and Psychosocial Dynamics among Urothelial Cancer Patients

Barbos,

Feciche,

Bratosin

et al. 2023

JPM

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The 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has had a profound influence on different sectors of society, including health. This study hypothesized a significant impact of the pandemic on the quality of life and psychosocial well-being of urothelial cancer patients, specifically anticipating a decrease in anxiety and depression scores as the pandemic progressed. The primary objectives were to assess longitudinal changes in quality of life indexes, evaluate Healthcare Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) score trends over three years (2020–2022), and identify any correlational patterns between the progression of the pandemic and anxiety, depression, and stress levels among this cohort. A cross-sectional analysis was conducted on Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) 1 and Tumor Node Metastasis (TNM) stage 1 bladder cancer patients from the Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital in Romania. Sixty patients were evaluated each year from 2020 to 2022, utilizing a detailed selection process involving the review of both the hospital database and paper records. Key data included demographic information, medical history, and responses to the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), Short Form (SF-36), HADS, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) questionnaires. A total of 163 completed questionnaires were analyzed, providing insight into various aspects of patients’ experiences during the pandemic. Notably, the mean hospitalization days ranged from 3.6 ± 2.1 days in 2020 to 4.0 ± 2.4 days in 2022 (p = 0.663). Concerns that current symptoms might be pandemic-related spiked to 63.5% in 2021, but reduced to 50.9% in 2022, with this fluctuation being significant (p = 0.026). The perception of decreased quality of or accessibility to medical care was significant over the years, with a decline to 52.7% in 2022 (p = 0.033). Quality of life assessments demonstrated an upward trend, from an average score of 55.9 ± 8.9 in 2020 to 59.3 ± 8.8 in 2022 (p = 0.049). Interestingly, anxiety levels, as indicated by the HADS survey, revealed a significant decline from a score of 7.8 in 2020 to 6.5 in 2022 (p = 0.008). On the other hand, GAD-7 scores displayed a downward trend over the years, potentially indicative of developed coping strategies (p = 0.034). This study provides a comprehensive insight into the fluctuating dynamics of psychosocial factors and quality of life among urothelial cancer patients during the pandemic years. It underscores a potential adaptive response, as evidenced by the decrease in anxiety levels and an upward trend in the quality of life scores over the period. These findings highlight the resilience and adaptability of this patient cohort amidst the challenges posed by the pandemic, potentially guiding future interventions and supports in similar health crises.

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Pandemic Stressors and Adaptive Responses: A Longitudinal Analysis of the Quality of Life and Psychosocial Dynamics among Urothelial Cancer Patients

Barbos,

Feciche,

Bratosin

et al. 2023

JPM

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Health-Seeking Behavior and Anxiety of Cancer Patients in Bangladesh during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study

Rahman,

Mustafa,

Tabassum

et al. 2024

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BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has posed unique challenges for cancer patients, who not only require ongoing medical care but also face an elevated risk of infection. Investigating the health-seeking behavior and barriers among adult cancer patients during this global crisis is crucial for ensuring their access to essential care amidst the pandemic’s complexities.ObjectiveThis cross-sectional study aimed to assess the health-seeking behavior, perceived barriers, and anxiety among adult cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.Materials and MethodsThe study, conducted from August 2020 to December 2020, involved 210 participants purposively selected from the National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital and Ahsania Mission Cancer and General Hospital in Dhaka. Data was collected through face-to-face interviews using a pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS (Version 26).ResultsAmong the 210 participants, 56.2% were male, 28.6% aged 46-55, and 36.7% had no formal education. Approximately 52.3% preferred public healthcare facilities, while 6.2% sought homeopathy or pharmacy advice for symptoms. Significant differences emerged in post-pandemic healthcare provider contact (p-0.0). Notably, 88.1% missed appointments, with 78.3% taking no action. Barriers included transport issues (77.1%), reduced income (59%), and lacking financial (53.4%) and mental support (56.6%). Conversely, respondents downplayed public awareness (80%), infection risk from others (84.7%), healthcare provider infection risk (82.4%), and hospital overcrowding (64.8%). Fear of hospitals correlated with public awareness (p-0.0). On the GAD-7 scale, most had minimal anxiety (53.8%), with a weak provider contact-anxiety correlation (p-0.03). Healthcare providers excelled in precautions (99.5%) and health status communication (85.3%).ConclusionDespite the barriers and risks posed by the pandemic, cancer patients prioritized their care. Given the need for continued cancer care and the elevated risk of COVID-19 among cancer patients, adapting measures to align with the population’s real needs could prove highly beneficial.

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The causal model of spiritual well-being based on an accompanist of god and spiritual intelligence

Moshashaei,

Yarahmadi,

Sharifi

2024

Journal of Education and Health Promotion

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BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to investigate the causal model of spiritual well-being based on the attachment to God and spiritual intelligence, mediated by constancy in long-term goals, belief in a just world, and self-compassion. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The current study is of structural equation model correlation designs. The statistical population of the research consisted 4500 of chronic mental patients’ families in the year 2022–2023. Using G.Power software, 392 families were selected as the sample size. These questionnaires were used in the field section; spiritual well-being, attachment to God, spiritual intelligence of, belief in a just world, Strength and Stability Long-term goals, and self-compassion. A structural equation model and covariance test were used to analyze the data. RESULTS: The results showed that the conceptual model of the relationship between spiritual well-being based on attachment to God and spiritual intelligence with the mediating role of belief in a just world, persistence in long-term goals, and self-compassion fits the experimental model. CONCLUSION: Consequently, spiritual well-being is associated with positive psychological outcomes in both clinical and nonclinical situations, and is a significant component of quality of life and related to health.

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Fear, Anxiety, and Coping Self-efficacy of Individuals With Cancer During COVID-19 and Predictive Risk Factors: A Descriptive and Correlational Study

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Pandemic Stressors and Adaptive Responses: A Longitudinal Analysis of the Quality of Life and Psychosocial Dynamics among Urothelial Cancer Patients

Pandemic Stressors and Adaptive Responses: A Longitudinal Analysis of the Quality of Life and Psychosocial Dynamics among Urothelial Cancer Patients

Health-Seeking Behavior and Anxiety of Cancer Patients in Bangladesh during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study

The causal model of spiritual well-being based on an accompanist of god and spiritual intelligence

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