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Fear of Cancer Recurrence and need for psychological support among Dutch breast cancer survivors : prevalence and associated factors
Rahovic, Jelena (2025) Fear of Cancer Recurrence and need for psychological support among Dutch breast cancer survivors : prevalence and associated factors.
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| Abstract: | Background: Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is a prevalent concern among women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, and it negatively impacts their psychological well-being and quality of life and increases healthcare utilisation. Despite its significance, a substantial number of women with high FCR do not receive adequate psychological support. This study explores the relationship between FCR and the need for psychological support while considering factors such as coping styles, social support, and perceived risk of recurrence. Aim: To investigate the level of FCR in breast cancer patients one year after treatment and to explore the predictors of FCR, including illness-related variables and demographics, risk perceptions, and coping styles. Additionally, to determine the number of patients needing psychological help, identify the predictors of this need, such as illness-related variables and demographics, FCR, perceived overall health, social network/support, and coping styles. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 77 psychology |
| Programme: | Psychology MSc (66604) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/106253 |
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