The State of Psychosocial Oncology Research on Black Canadian Affected by Cancer: A Scoping Review.

IF 4.7 2区医学 Q1 ONCOLOGY

Current Oncology Reports Pub Date : 2025-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-01-03 DOI:10.1007/s11912-024-01621-7

Ghizlène Sehabi, Wardat Yasmine Sehabi, Emma Kearns, Celeste Holy, Alanna K Chu, Lauriane Giguère, Patrick R Labelle, Jude Mary Cénat, Sophie Lebel

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Abstract

Purpose of review: This study aims to examine the current state of psychosocial oncology (PSO) research concerning Black Canadian communities, focusing on their experiences, psychological states, and non-biological aspects of their cancer journey.

Recent findings: Although there has been increased attention to PSO in the past two decades, there remains a lack of studies specifically addressing the experiences of Black Canadians affected by cancer. This is especially concerning considering the disparities identified by PSO researchers among Black individuals in the United States and the acknowledged health inequities affecting Black individuals in Canada. This scoping review identified a total of five studies that highlighted the significance of religion and spirituality in coping with cancer among Black individuals. While faith emerged as a crucial source of strength, there was notable hesitation to discuss religious beliefs in mainstream support settings. Additional barriers, including stigma surrounding cancer, transportation issues, and limited access to care, further complicated their healthcare experiences. This review reveals critical gaps in research regarding the PSO experiences of Black Canadians affected by cancer and underscores the urgent need for additional studies and the development of tailored support programs to address their unique psychosocial needs and barriers to care.

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加拿大黑人癌症患者的社会心理肿瘤研究现状：范围综述

综述目的：本研究旨在研究加拿大黑人社区的社会心理肿瘤学（PSO）研究现状，重点关注他们的经历、心理状态和癌症之旅的非生物学方面。最近的研究发现：尽管在过去的二十年中，人们对PSO的关注有所增加，但仍然缺乏专门针对加拿大黑人癌症患者经历的研究。考虑到PSO研究人员在美国黑人中发现的差异，以及在加拿大影响黑人的公认的卫生不平等现象，这一点尤其令人担忧。这项范围审查共确定了五项研究，这些研究强调了宗教和精神在黑人应对癌症方面的重要性。虽然信仰成为力量的重要来源，但在主流支持环境中讨论宗教信仰时，人们明显犹豫不决。其他障碍，包括围绕癌症的耻辱感、交通问题和获得护理的机会有限，使他们的医疗保健经历进一步复杂化。这篇综述揭示了关于加拿大黑人癌症患者PSO经历的研究中存在的关键差距，并强调了迫切需要进行更多的研究和开发量身定制的支持项目，以解决他们独特的心理社会需求和护理障碍。

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Current Oncology Reports ONCOLOGY-

CiteScore

8.50

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0.00%

发文量

187

审稿时长

6-12 weeks

期刊介绍： This journal aims to review the most important, recently published clinical findings in the field of oncology. By providing clear, insightful, balanced contributions by international experts, the journal intends to serve all those involved in the care of those affected by cancer. We accomplish this aim by appointing international authorities to serve as Section Editors in key subject areas, such as cancer prevention, leukemia, melanoma, neuro-oncology, and palliative medicine. Section Editors, in turn, select topics for which leading experts contribute comprehensive review articles that emphasize new developments and recently published papers of major importance, highlighted by annotated reference lists. An international Editorial Board reviews the annual table of contents, suggests articles of special interest to their country/region, and ensures that topics are current and include emerging research. Commentaries from well-known figures in the field are also provided.