Validation of the Malay Version of the Shame and Stigma Scale among Cancer Patients in Malaysia

Zhang, Zheng; Azman, Nizuwan; Eyu, Hui Ting; Jaafar, Nik Ruzyanei Nik; Sahimi, Hajar Mohd Salleh; Yunus, Mohd Razif Mohamad; Shariff, Noorsuzana Mohd; Hami, Rohayu; Mansor, Nor Shuhada; Lu, Peixiang; Abdullah, Mohammad Farris Iman Leong Bin

doi:10.20944/preprints202208.0550.v1

2022

DOI: 10.20944/preprints202208.0550.v1

|View full text |Cite

Preprint

Validation of the Malay Version of the Shame and Stigma Scale among Cancer Patients in Malaysia

Zheng Zhang¹,

Nizuwan Azman²,

Hui Ting Eyu³

et al.

Abstract: Assessment of stigma among cancer patients is of utmost importance as stigma may lead to various psychological sequelae and lower quality of life. This study aimed to translate the English version of the Shame and Stigma Scale (SSS) into Malay and validate the Malay version of the SSS (SSS-M) among cancer patients in Malaysia. Initially, concurrent translation and back translation of the SSS-M was performed, and face and content validity were assessed. Then, the SSS-M was administered to a total of 234 patient… Show more

Help me understand this report

View published versions

Search citation statements

Order By: Relevance

Paper Sections

Select...

Citation Types

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Year Published

2023

2024

Publication Types

Select...

Article2

Relationship

Self Cite0

Independent2

Authors

Journals

Cited by 2 publications

References 20 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

Socioeconomic Burden of Psychiatric Cancer Patients: A Narrative Review

Więckiewicz,

Weber,

Florczyk

et al. 2024

Cancers

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This comprehensive review article examines the complex overlap of affective disorders, psychoses, addictions, anxieties, post-traumatic stress disorder, and somatic symptom disorder in the context of cancer patients, and highlights the intricate interplay between psychiatric and oncological diagnoses. Based on extensive literature, it highlights the profound socioeconomic burdens that result from the coexistence of these disorders. The analysis includes the increased healthcare costs, impaired adherence to treatment, and reduced quality of life for individuals struggling with the co-occurrence of psychiatric and cancer-related problems. By synthesizing the available data through a narrative inquiry, the report aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the multiple socioeconomic challenges faced by this vulnerable patient population. The synthesis of information provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and researchers alike. The aim is to promote the development of more effective and integrated care strategies tailored to the specific needs of people navigating the complicated environment of psychiatric and cancer diagnoses. Ultimately, this review should enable progress in the provision of holistic, patient-centered care for this complex intersection of health conditions.

show abstract

Socioeconomic Burden of Psychiatric Cancer Patients: A Narrative Review

Więckiewicz,

Weber,

Florczyk

et al. 2024

Cancers

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

Validation of the Canadian Version of the Shame and Stigma Scale for Head and Neck Cancer Patients

et al. 2023

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Cancers of the head and neck and their treatment can cause disfigurement and loss of functioning, with a profound negative impact on the person’s self-image and psychosocial wellbeing. This can lead to experiences of shame and stigma, which are important targets for psychosocial interventions. Accurate measurement and identification of these problems enables clinicians to offer appropriate interventions and monitor patients’ progress. This study aimed to validate the Canadian version of the Shame and Stigma Scale (SSS) among French- and English-speaking head and neck cancer patients. Data from 254 patients from two major Canadian hospitals were analysed. The existing four-factor structure of the SSS was supported, with the following subscales: Shame with Appearance, Sense of Stigma, Regret, and Social/Speech Concerns. The Canadian SSS showed adequate convergent and divergent validity and test–retest reliability. Rasch analysis suggested scale improvement by removing two misfitting items and two items with differential functioning between French- and English-speaking patients. The final 16-item scale version was an adequate fit with the Rasch model. The SSS provides more accurate measures for people with high levels of shame and stigma, and thus has utility in identifying patients with more severe symptoms who may be in need of psychosocial interventions.

show abstract

scite is a Brooklyn-based organization that helps researchers better discover and understand research articles through Smart Citations–citations that display the context of the citation and describe whether the article provides supporting or contrasting evidence. scite is used by students and researchers from around the world and is funded in part by the National Science Foundation and the National Institute on Drug Abuse of the National Institutes of Health.

Contact Info

customersupport@researchsolutions.com

10624 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. A-614

Henderson, NV 89052, USA

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Blog Terms and Conditions API Terms Privacy Policy Contact Cookie Preferences Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

Made with 💙 for researchers

Part of the Research Solutions Family.

Validation of the Malay Version of the Shame and Stigma Scale among Cancer Patients in Malaysia

Cited by 2 publications

References 20 publications

Socioeconomic Burden of Psychiatric Cancer Patients: A Narrative Review

Socioeconomic Burden of Psychiatric Cancer Patients: A Narrative Review

Validation of the Canadian Version of the Shame and Stigma Scale for Head and Neck Cancer Patients

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About