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The Relationship Between Colorectal Cancer Survivors’ Positive Psychology, Symptom Characteristics, and Prior Trauma During Acute Cancer Survivorship.

Authors :
Sheikh-Wu, Sameena F.
Anglade, Debbie
Gattamorta, Karina A.
Xiao, Canhua
Downs, Charles A.
Source :
Oncology Nursing Forum. Jan2023, Vol. 50 Issue 1, p115-127. 13p. 5 Charts, 1 Graph.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To examine colorectal cancer survivors’ positive psychology and symptom characteristics, and to assess for potential impact of prior trauma on these relationships during acute cancer survivorship. SAMPLE & SETTING: A cross-sectional study of 117 colorectal cancer survivors was conducted at a National Cancer Institute–designated cancer center. METHODS & VARIABLES: Participants completed a demographic questionnaire, and the Carver Benefit Finding Scale and Posttraumatic Growth Inventory assessed positive psychology. Descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression analyses were performed. RESULTS: 49 symptoms were reported and varied based on prior trauma. Significance was found between positive psychology and symptom frequency (p < 0.001); symptoms reported almost daily and daily were inversely related to positive psychology. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Nurses should prioritize symptoms; less frequent symptoms improve positive psychology. Early identification of positive changes may promote survivors’ self-awareness and management skills to mitigate adverse symptoms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0190535X
Volume :
50
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Oncology Nursing Forum
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
160912045
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1188/23.ONF.115-127