A Qualitative Exploration of Prostate Cancer Survivors Experiencing Psychological Distress: Loss of Self, Function, Connection, and Control.
Oncol Nurs Forum
; 47(3): 318-330, 2020 05 01.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
To explore the experiences of men with prostate cancer identified as having psychological distress and to identify factors influencing distress. PARTICIPANTS &SETTING:
28 men with prostate cancer diagnosed 18-42 months earlier, identified as having psychological distress on survey measures. METHODOLOGICAPPROACH:
Semistructured telephone interviews were conducted. Thematic analysis using a framework approach was used.FINDINGS:
Men with psychological distress had strong perceptions of loss toward self (identity, sexuality/masculinity, self-confidence), function (physical activities), connection (relational, social, community), and control (future, emotional). Psychological vulnerability appeared heightened in particular groups of men. Maladaptive strategies of emotional concealment, help-seeking avoidance, and withdrawal appeared to contribute to distress. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING Distress in men with prostate cancer is multifaceted. Men with distress should be identified and offered support. Nurse- or peer-led interventions are required.Palabras clave
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Neoplasias de la Próstata
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Autoimagen
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Estrés Psicológico
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Adaptación Psicológica
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Sexualidad
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Autocontrol
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Supervivientes de Cáncer
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
Límite:
Aged
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Aged80
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Oncol Nurs Forum
Año:
2020
Tipo del documento:
Article