2000
DOI: 10.1046/j.1365-2648.2000.01559.x
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Predicting well‐being among breast cancer survivors

Abstract: The purpose of this descriptive study was to test a conceptual model that predicts well-being among women who have survived breast cancer. The model was derived from empirical research findings that identified health care orientation, uncertainty, social support, resourcefulness and self-esteem as significant predictors of well-being in persons diagnosed with cancer. The convenience sample was of 84 women who had completed primary treatment for breast cancer and were currently disease-free. After informed cons… Show more

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“…When a woman faces uncertainty related to a chronic illness her belief that she can control the outcome of the illness and her ability to do so may be adversely affected (Dirksen, 2000). It can be argued that the current organisation of follow-up care within the study setting does not facilitate this level of support, which requires the development and nurturing of a therapeutic relationship over time.…”
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confidence: 99%
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“…When a woman faces uncertainty related to a chronic illness her belief that she can control the outcome of the illness and her ability to do so may be adversely affected (Dirksen, 2000). It can be argued that the current organisation of follow-up care within the study setting does not facilitate this level of support, which requires the development and nurturing of a therapeutic relationship over time.…”
Section: Article In Pressmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The findings from the focus group indicate that women do want to build a patient-doctor relationship and that this would enhance their ability to have confidence and cope with their condition. Dirksen (2000) suggests that a woman's belief in and use of self-control skills in developing a pro-active survivorship should be supported. During the focus group interview, some participants became very emotional when discussing instances when their principles of integrity had been breached.…”
Section: Article In Pressmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…À titre de déterminant de la santé, la présence d'un soutien social est censée avoir une incidence positive sur le sentiment de maîtriser la situation, le bien-être, l'état de santé et la mortalité (Agence de santé publique du Canada, 2004). Dirksen (2000) a examiné plusieurs études avant de conclure que « le soutien social a une incidence sur la capacité de la femme à puiser dans ses ressources pour s'adapter avec succès à la survie au cancer » (p. 938). Pelusi (1997) a découvert que les craintes des patients nouvellement diagnostiqués incluaient souvent le sentiment d'être abandonnés par les prestataires de soins ainsi qu'une vague considérable de réconciliation et d'adaptation dans leurs rapports avec leurs proches.…”
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“…Pelusi (1997) a découvert que les craintes des patients nouvellement diagnostiqués incluaient souvent le sentiment d'être abandonnés par les prestataires de soins ainsi qu'une vague considérable de réconciliation et d'adaptation dans leurs rapports avec leurs proches. Dirksen (2000) avançait que lorsque les patients ont peu confiance dans un prestataire de soins, ils « peuvent percevoir les événements perturbateurs sous un jour encore plus stressant » (p. 938). Dirksen (2000) a écrit que l'incertitude peut perdurer étant donné qu'une longue survie se traduit par la diminution progressive des contacts avec le système de soins.…”
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