Nursing interventions and factors affecting physical, psychological and social adaptation of women with breast cancer

Breast cancer and the associated physical problems may cause people to experience different psychological and social adaptation processes. Nursing interventions can affect physical, psychological and social adaptation in such women and help to prevent and overcome depression and anxiety. It should b...

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Published inAsian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP Vol. 10; no. 1; p. 173
Main Authors Malak, Arzu Tuna, Gumus, Aysun Babacan
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Thailand 01.01.2009
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Breast Neoplasms - nursing
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Female
Humans
Nurse's Role
Quality of Life
Social Adjustment
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Summary:Breast cancer and the associated physical problems may cause people to experience different psychological and social adaptation processes. Nursing interventions can affect physical, psychological and social adaptation in such women and help to prevent and overcome depression and anxiety. It should be stressed that both physical and psychosocial well-being enhance health and quality of life.
ISSN:2476-762X