| Literature DB >> 34424779 |
Katie Darabos1, Megan E Renna2.
Abstract
Cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment can impact how young adults make sense of their worlds and disrupt peace of mind. The patient-oncologist therapeutic alliance, built upon mutual care, respect, and trust, may foster a deeper understanding of one's illness and promote peace of mind. The study examined relationships between a comprehensive cancer-specific measure of therapeutic alliance and meaning and peace of mind among young adults with cancer (N = 56). Results indicated that a stronger therapeutic alliance was positively associated with meaning and peace of mind. Findings highlight the importance of the patient-oncologist therapeutic alliance in facilitating positive psychological outcomes among young adults with cancer.Entities:
Keywords: meaning; patient–oncologist support; peace of mind; therapeutic alliance
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Year: 2021 PMID: 34424779 PMCID: PMC9231654 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2021.0105
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol ISSN: 2156-5333 Impact factor: 1.757