Journal of Psychosocial Oncology最新文献

{"title":"Honoring our legacy, advancing our future: a vision for the <i>Journal of Psychosocial Oncology</i>.","authors":"Tara Schapmire","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2705784","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2705784","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-4"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148580553","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The role of perseverance on the association between resilience and subjective cognitive decline among Middle-aged and older cancer survivors in Nigeria.","authors":"Candidus Nwakasi, Chinelo Nduka, Chizobam Nweke, Roland J Thorpe","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2693691","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2693691","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Although resilience and perseverance are known for their physical health benefits, evidence on their effects on cognitive health, specifically subjective cognitive decline (SCD) among cancer survivors, is limited. This study examined the associations between resilience, perseverance of effort, and their interaction on SCD among cancer survivors in Nigeria.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Adult cancer survivors (<i>N</i> = 146; Mage = 52.3 years) completed measures of resilience, SCD, and socio-demographic characteristics. Multiple linear regression model was fit to assess associations between resilience, and perseverance of effort (a grit subscale), with SCD. The model also tested the moderation effect of perseverance of effort on the association between resilience and SCD, adjusting for sociodemographic factors, years since diagnosis, and depression.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Resilience was not significantly associated with SCD (<i>β</i> = -0.136, <i>p</i> < 0.061). Higher perseverance of effort was asso-ciated with lower SCD (<i>β</i> = -2.01, <i>p</i> < 0.001). The interaction term of resilience and perseverance of effort was associated with SCD (<i>β</i> = 0.234, <i>p</i> < 0.013). Probing the moderation result revealed that the protective effect of resilience on SCD was strongest at low perseverance, weaker at moderate perseverance, and nonsignificant at high perseverance, indicating that the benefit of resilience diminishes as perseverance increases.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study highlights psychosocial factors influencing SCD among cancer survivors in Nigeria. Resilience and perseverance may be protective, but high perseverance reduced resilience's benefit. Interventions should build resilience while promoting flexibility and help-seeking. Routine screening for SCD and psychosocial factors may enable early detection in low-resource settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148457436","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The interplay of social support and spirituality in active cancer treatment: A mediation model of quality of life.","authors":"Brenda B Gonçalves, Jhonmelle Vale da Silva, Jeísa Loiola F Fagundes, Ana Luiza B E Silva, Priscila Bernardina Miranda Soares, Deborah Porto Cotrim E Campos, Jaciara Neves Sousa, Maria Suzana Marques, Mônica Thaís S Macedo, Thais de Oliveira F Baldo, Marcelo P Baldo","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2700578","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2700578","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Quality of life (QoL) in patients undergoing cancer treatment is shaped by psychosocial and existential factors beyond physical symptoms. This study examined the association between perceived social support and QoL in patients receiving active oncologic therapy and tested whether spirituality mediates this relationship.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This cross-sectional study included patients receiving active cancer treatment. Perceived social support was assessed using the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), QoL using the WHOQOL-BREF, and spirituality using the WHOQOL-SRPB.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The final sample comprises 182 adults undergoing cancer treatment. Higher perceived social support was associated with better overall QoL across all domains. Spirituality correlated strongly with overall QoL (<i>r</i> = 0.568; <i>p</i> < 0.001), especially psychological well-being and social relationships. Path analysis showed direct and indirect effects of social support on QoL through spirituality, indicating partial mediation across domains, strongest in social relationships.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Findings highlight the importance of integrating social and spiritual dimensions into comprehensive, patient-centered oncology care to improve overall well-being.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-21"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148457459","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"\"Survivor mentality\": the perceived meaning of cancer survivorship among black cancer survivors.","authors":"Nathaniel Woodard, Jingle Xu, Ashley Leak Bryant, Tammy Triglianos, Rebecca L Hoover, Deirdre F Lea, John L Milner, Paulette Duggins, Karia Coleman, Carmina G Valle, Stephanie B Wheeler, Jessica Carda-Auten, Rachel Hirschey","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2698649","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2698649","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Explore perceptions of what it means to be a survivor and origins of these meanings among Black adults living beyond a cancer diagnosis.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Secondary analysis of qualitative data from Black U.S. adult cancer survivors. Semi-structured interviews inquired meanings of cancer survivorship. Interviews were audio recorded and transcribed verbatim. Transcripts were coded <i>via</i> directed content analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Participants were 19 survivors of nine different cancer types. Most were women (89.5%), 68.4% held a bachelor's degree, and mean age was 56. Themes included (1) survivor-defined identities (e.g. survivor, warrior, thriver), (2) helping survivorship identities (i.e. how cancer-related identities influence survivors to advocate for, and support, other survivors), and (3) religiously and spiritually informed survivorship perspectives.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Cancer-related identity origins and perceived meanings vary among Black survivors. Effective cancer care can leverage these survivor-held identities. Many Black survivors may be eager to collaborate on approaches to advance cancer prevention and control.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-15"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148425179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Listening beyond words: The role of silence in patient support.","authors":"Hafiz Muhammad Ihsan Zafeer","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2700568","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2700568","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-3"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148425135","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Understanding the onset of high worry during chemotherapy: implications for age-specific psychosocial care.","authors":"Kailei Yan, Jian Zou, Victoria Loerzel","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2695786","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2695786","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To examine whether middle-aged and older adults differ in a) the timing or onset of high worry and b) the proportion remaining free of high worry throughout chemotherapy, and to identify age-specific predictors.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This is a secondary analysis of a longitudinal randomized controlled trial (Managing at Home). Survival analysis with Kaplan-Meier (KM) method compared rates of high worry across six times between age groups. Cox proportional hazards models were fit within each group to identify predictors of high worry, adjusting for other covariates.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among 299 participants, most high worry occurred at T1. Across time points, older adults (<i>n</i> = 171) consistently showed a higher proportion remaining free of high worry than middle-aged adults (<i>n</i> = 117). Distinct predictors of high worry emerged for each group.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These findings highlight the importance of early, multidimensional assessment and support age-specific supportive care strategies to identify and manage patients at risk for persistent worry.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148392024","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of psychological distress and financial toxicity in dyads of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and their caregivers at tertiary care hospitals in Western India.","authors":"Aditi Roy, Asavari Raut, Aman Chaudhary, Sayantika Mandal, Dev Dangi, Karan Sewani, Asma Pathan, Mayur Shinde","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2695783","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2695783","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study examined psychological distress and financial toxicity among cancer patient-caregiver dyads receiving chemotherapy in Western India, focusing on emotional and financial interdependence.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>In this cross-sectional study of 357 chemotherapy patient-caregiver dyads, psychological distress (NCCN Distress Thermometer), financial toxicity (COST-FACIT), and adverse drug reactions (standard causality and severity scales) were assessed, with patient predictors analyzed by multivariable logistic regression and dyadic effects examined using the Actor-Partner Interdependence Model.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Clinically significant distress was reported by 55.74% of patients and 10.92% of caregivers, while nearly 70% of both groups experienced mild-to-moderate financial toxicity. Patient distress was significantly associated with adverse drug reactions (AOR = 2.208), higher patient financial toxicity (AOR = 0.895), caregiver financial toxicity (AOR = 1.056), and caregiver distress (AOR = 1.951). Caregiver distress was significantly associated with caregiver financial toxicity (AOR = 1.19), patient distress (AOR = 0.72), breadwinner status, and marital status. APIM showed strong actor effects for patients (β = 0.446) and caregivers (β = 0.366), and partner effects indicating cross-dyad influence (β = 0.157; β = 0.168).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Psychological distress and financial toxicity are prevalent, and addressing patient-caregiver interdependence-particularly in primary caregivers and patients with treatment toxicities-may improve outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-16"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148392052","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Dating and disclosure in young adults with a hereditary cancer predisposition syndrome: A quantitative analysis.","authors":"Erin E McRoy, Alise K Blake, Lori Williamson, James P Selig, Marianne Lotito","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2692942","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2692942","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study sought to understand the differences in how young adults with various cancer predisposition syndromes (CPS) feel toward disclosing their diagnosis to romantic partners.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Young adults with a CPS completed a cross-sectional survey. Data analysis of 158 responses was performed <i>via</i> SPSS v 27.0 descriptive statistics. One-way ANOVA analyses, and post-hoc pairwise comparisons examining CPS, gender, and sexual orientation were performed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Individuals with Lynch syndrome favored disclosing later in a relationship compared to those with Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS) (<i>p</i> = 0.050). Individuals who identified as bisexual preferred disclosing more information about their CPS than those who identified as heterosexual (<i>p</i> = 0.035).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Individuals with various CPS experience a myriad of feelings and attitudes surrounding dating and disclosure. This information can lead to better sensitivity and awareness of this topic by healthcare providers, ultimately improving the level of care given to these individuals.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-16"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148340687","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Social Relationship Coping Efficacy Scale: Validity and reliability study.","authors":"Hatice Çakır, Meryem Yılmaz","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2693692","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2693692","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The Social Relationship Coping Efficacy Scale (SRCE) evaluates how effectively cancer patients maintain social relationships. This study aimed to adapt the scale into Turkish (SRCE-TR) and examine its psychometric properties.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This methodological study included 202 adult cancer patients in Türkiye who were aware of their diagnosis. Data were collected using the SRCE-TR, the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), and the Brief Resilience Scale (BRS). Content validity was confirmed by expert opinions, and construct validity was evaluated through Exploratory Factor Analysis and convergent validity analyses (Pearson correlation and bootstrap multiple linear regression). Reliability was assessed using Cronbach's alpha and test-retest methods.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Exploratory Factor Analysis revealed a single-factor structure explaining 51.13% of the total variance. The SRCE-TR demonstrated moderate constructive validity, correlating significantly with the MSPSS (<i>r</i> = 0.308) and BRS (<i>r</i> = 0.310). Furthermore multiple linear regression analysis with bootstrapping indicated that the model significantly predicted SRCE-TR scores (R²_{adj} = 0.219, <i>p</i> < 0.001). Perceived family support (<i>β</i> = 0.360, <i>p</i> < 0.001) and resilience (<i>β</i>= 0.258, <i>p</i> < 0.001) emerged as the primary significant predictors of the scale scores.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The SRCE-TR is a valid and reliable tool for assessing coping efficacy in maintaining social relationships among Turkish cancer patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-16"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148333582","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The mediating effect of emotion regulation on the relationship between childhood trauma and physical and cognitive symptoms in cancer patients and survivors.","authors":"Megan E Renna, Kelsi Broich, Sonal K Johal, Faith N Wilbourne, Alexander K Kaeppler, M Rosie Shrout","doi":"10.1080/07347332.2026.2661039","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2026.2661039","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>In addition to psychological wellbeing, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can pose a significant threat to physical health as individuals age. These risks may be particularly burdensome for cancer survivors.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>This study assessed relationships between ACEs and physical symptoms associated with cancer survivorship in a mixed cancer sample. We used multiple mediation to test if different emotion regulation mediated the relationship between ACEs and physical health. Moderated mediation tested whether these mediation effects differed between those who were currently undergoing or had finished cancer treatment.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Cancer patients and survivors (<i>N</i> = 244) completed the Adverse Childhood Experiences Scale (ACES) to assess histories of traumatic experiences before age 18. Patients and survivors also completed the Short Form-36 to measure their self-reported health, physical functioning, pain, and fatigue and the PROMIS Applied Cognition subscale to assess self-reported cognitive difficulties. To index emotion regulation, they completed the Difficulties with Emotion Regulation Scale, Penn State Worry Questionnaire, Rumination-Reflection Questionnaire, and the Mindful Attention and Awareness Scale.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Worry, rumination, mindfulness, and difficulties with emotion regulation mediated the association between ACEs and pain, fatigue, self-rated health, physical functioning, and cognitive problems. Moderated mediation models revealed that with difficulties with emotion regulation as the mediating variable, models were significant only for participants who were currently undergoing cancer treatment.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Maladaptive and adaptive emotion regulation strategies provide a pathway through which ACEs can alter physical health during cancer treatment and survivorship. These findings emphasize the need for emotion regulation skills training to ameliorate the physical impact of ACEs as individuals navigate cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":47451,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Oncology","volume":" ","pages":"1-21"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-06-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148212898","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}