Article
Oncology
Karen Burns, Christine Phillips, Robert Brannigan, Anna Franklin, Jonathan Howell, Deb Schmidt, Jenna Sopfe, Leslie Coker Appiah, Antoinette Anazodo
Summary: As survival rates for pediatric, adolescent, and young adult cancer patients improve, it is important to focus on reducing late effects, including issues with fertility and reproductive complications. Male survivors are at risk for sperm abnormalities, hormone deficiencies, and sexual dysfunction, which can impact their ability to enter puberty and have biological children, as well as their quality of life post-treatment. To address these concerns, it is crucial to provide access to reproductive care and appropriately refer patients to reproductive specialists. This review covers reproductive complications associated with therapy, standard-of-care testing, therapeutic interventions, and the psychological impact on psychosexual functioning.
PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Katriona O'Sullivan, Nicole Rock, Lydia Burke, Neasa Boyle, Natasha Joksimovic, Holly Foley, Serena Clark
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on family life, increasing parental stress due to health concerns, job losses, reduced salaries, and challenges of managing domestic life during lockdown. Mothers, who often bear more family responsibilities, experience higher stress levels and are more likely to be responsible for home-schooling. Lack of support and high stress levels may lead to mothers leaving their jobs.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Carolyn R. Bates, Diane Fairclough, Robert B. Noll, Maru E. Barrera, Mary Jo Kupst, Anna M. Egan, Maria A. Gartstein, Emily L. Ach, Cynthia A. Gerhardt, Kathryn A. Vannatta
Summary: This study examined the psychosocial functioning of caregivers of pediatric brain tumor survivors (PBTS) compared to caregivers of youth without cancer history. The results showed that mothers of PBTS experienced higher caregiver burden and lower perceptions of social support, but reported similar levels of psychological symptoms compared to mothers in the comparison group.
PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Massimo Pisano, Antonio Romano, Maria Pia Di Palo, Adone Baroni, Rosario Serpico, Maria Contaldo
Summary: Oral Candidiasis (OC) is a common fungal infection in the oral cavity, occurring under local and systemic predisposing circumstances. Recent findings suggest an association between OC and SARS-CoV-2 infection, which requires further study. This paper focuses on the incidence and prevalence of OC during and after COVID-19, and the possible etiopathogenic mechanisms underlying OC in COVID-19 subjects. The study found that immune inflammatory hypo reactions and immunosuppression in COVID-19 patients could facilitate the proliferation and infection of Candida species, while poor oral hygiene and iatrogenic causes were identified as the main risk factors.
Article
Oncology
Holly R. R. Hoefgen, Janie Benoit, Serena Chan, Yasmin Jayasinghe, Maryam Lustberg, Victoria Pohl, Amanda Saraf, Deb Schmidt, Leslie Coker Appiah
Summary: An estimated 500,000 cancer survivors of reproductive age in the United States will experience the long-term consequences of cancer treatment. Infertility is a common late effect affecting 12% of female survivors of childhood cancer, greatly reducing their chances of pregnancy. Other gynecologic late effects, such as hypoestrogenism and sexual dysfunction, also significantly impact the quality of life in cancer survivors.
PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sofie Prikken, Koen Luyckx, Koen Raymaekers, Leni Raemen, Margaux Verschueren, Jurgen Lemiere, Trui Vercruysse, Anne Uyttebroeck
Summary: Objective identity formation was investigated in adolescent and emerging adult cancer survivors. No significant differences in identity formation were found between cancer survivors and controls. However, survivors who struggle in their identity quest are at risk for poorer well-being and negative illness experiences.
PSYCHOLOGY & HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Brooke Cherven, Amani Sampson, Sharon L. Bober, Kristin Bingen, Natasha Frederick, David R. Freyer, Gwendolyn P. Quinn
Summary: This study summarizes the literature on sexual function among adolescent and young adult cancer survivors, finding that they experience a burden of sexual dysfunction and interventions are needed to support sexual health and psychosexual adjustment. Collaboration between organizations is necessary to advance assessment of sexual dysfunction and test interventions to improve sexual health among this population.
CA-A CANCER JOURNAL FOR CLINICIANS
(2021)
Review
Allergy
Grace K. Cushman, Kristine Durkin, Rebecca Noga, Frances Cooke, Linda Herbert, Cynthia Esteban, Elizabeth L. McQuaid
Summary: The psychosocial burden of food allergy significantly affects pediatric patients and their families. This review characterizes the current literature on psychosocial functioning in pediatric patients with food allergy and their caregivers, siblings, and families, highlighting the need for more diverse and longitudinal research on this topic.
JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Annekathrin Sender, Michael Friedrich, Katja Leuteritz, Erik Stuckenberg, Diana Richter, Yve Stoebel-Richter, Florian Lordick, Kristina Geue
Summary: This study systematically assessed the awareness of, utilization of and satisfaction with psychosocial care for adolescents and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors in aftercare. The results showed that survivors who were aware of psychosocial services were more likely to use them and expressed satisfaction with their use. Female gender and high anxiety were identified as common factors associated with the utilization of psychosocial services.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Rosa S. Wong, Keith T. S. Tung, Xue Li, Celine S. Chui, Winnie W. Y. Tso, Tatia M. C. Lee, Ko Ling Chan, Yun K. Wing, King Wa Fu, Ian C. K. Wong, Patrick Lp
Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a reciprocal relationship between parental stress and perceived adolescent adjustment problems. Adolescents with higher levels of family life satisfaction before the pandemic reported lower levels of anxiety and stress, but only when parental stress did not increase during the pandemic.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Rosanna Breaux, Annah R. Cash, Jasmine Lewis, Katelyn M. Garcia, Melissa R. Dvorsky, Stephen P. Becker
Summary: This review summarizes research conducted globally between March 2020 and March 2023 on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent social functioning. The research covers various aspects including lifestyle, extracurricular activities, family and peer environments, and social skills. The findings highlight the widespread negative effects of the pandemic, but some studies suggest improved quality of relationships for certain young individuals. With the importance of technology for social communication during periods of isolation, ongoing research is needed to examine the long-term social impacts and ways to foster meaningful social connectedness through virtual interactions.
CURRENT OPINION IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Lindsay S. Petracek, Stacy J. Suskauer, Rebecca F. Vickers, Neel R. Patel, Richard L. Violand, Renee L. Swope, Peter C. Rowe
Summary: COVID-19 infection may trigger ME/CFS in adolescents and young adults. Patients exhibited orthostatic intolerance symptoms early in the illness, and met criteria for ME/CFS after 6 months. Comorbid features like neuromuscular limitations, orthostatic intolerance, allergies, and neurologic abnormalities should be further studied for potential interventions.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Ming-Te Wang, Daphne A. Henry, Christina L. Scanlon, Juan Del Toro, Sarah E. Voltin
Summary: COVID-19 pandemic poses threats to the psychosocial well-being of adolescents, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This longitudinal study investigates the social, emotional, and physical factors influencing adolescents' affect and misconduct, as well as the differences among adolescents of different economic statuses.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Alexandra M. Miller, Luca Szalontay, Nancy Bouvier, Katherine Hill, Hamza Ahmad, Johnathan Rafailov, Alex J. Lee, M. Irene Rodriguez-Sanchez, Onur Yildirim, Arti Patel, Tejus A. Bale, Jamal K. Benhamida, Ryma Benayed, Maria E. Arcila, Maria Donzelli, Ira J. Dunkel, Stephen W. Gilheeney, Yasmin Khakoo, Kim Kramer, Sameer F. Sait, Jeffrey P. Greenfield, Mark M. Souweidane, Sofia Haque, Audrey Mauguen, Michael F. Berger, Ingo K. Mellinghoff, Matthias A. Karajannis
Summary: The study utilized CSF cell-free DNA for molecular diagnostics and found a correlation between positivity and disseminated disease in patients. The testing provided diagnostic and therapeutic information, which is crucial for the care of pediatric and adolescent patients.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Francesca Filippi, Cristina Meazza, Edgardo Somigliana, Marta Podda, Chiara Dallagiovanna, Maura Massimino, Francesco Raspagliesi, Monica Terenziani
Summary: This study evaluated the potential benefits of oocyte cryopreservation for female childhood and adolescent tumor survivors, finding that ovarian reserve impairment is common and about 10% of eligible subjects underwent egg freezing, with most successfully achieving pregnancy afterwards.
FERTILITY AND STERILITY
(2021)
Review
Oncology
Emily Moscato, Jamie Patronick, Shari L. Wade
Summary: Pediatric brain tumor survivors (PBTS) often face psychosocial difficulties and poor quality of life. Family functioning, including cohesion, communication, and conflict, plays a significant role in influencing the outcomes of PBTS. Studies suggest that better family functioning is associated with better psychosocial outcomes for PBTS, but more research with common outcome measures and prospective designs is needed to fully understand this relationship.
PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER
(2022)
Article
Education, Special
Leanne Tamm, Sydney M. Risley, Elizabeth Hamik, Angela Combs, Lauren B. Jones, Jamie Patronick, Tat Shing Yeung, Allison K. Zoromski, Amie Duncan
Summary: This study assessed the feasibility, satisfaction, and initial efficacy of the AIMS intervention in middle-school students with ASD. The results suggest that the intervention has promising effects on improving academic EF skills and behaviors.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Developmental
Jamie Patronick, Sandra Glazer, Craig Sidol, Nehal A. Parikh, Shari L. Wade
Summary: This study systematically reviewed and summarized the outcomes of parenting interventions for children born preterm and/or low birth weight. The results showed that preventative and treatment programs had positive effects on externalizing behavior, parenting stress, and parenting behaviors, with mixed effects on internalizing behavior and emotion regulation. However, existing interventions may not have long-lasting changes and are not suitable for children older than four. Adaptations considering the specific needs of preterm/LBW children, such as neurocognitive deficits and post-traumatic stress, may be necessary for treatment programs.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Allison P. Fisher, Jamie Patronick, Emily L. Moscato, Cynthia A. Gerhardt, Amery Treble-Barna, Krestin Radonovich, Shari L. Wade
Summary: The study examined the perceived need for mental health services and barriers among pediatric brain tumor survivors and their caregivers. Findings showed that most survivors and caregivers endorsed the need for services, with adolescents and emerging adults reporting more barriers compared to their caregivers.
JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENT AND YOUNG ADULT ONCOLOGY
(2023)