Article
Oncology
Lixin Song, Thomas C. Keyserling, Ronald C. Chen, Chunxuan Ma, Shenmeng Xu, Karl Shieh, Gail P. Fuller, Matthew E. Nielsen, Laurel L. Northouse, Xianming Tan, Christine Rini
Summary: This study examines the effects of participant role, race, and place on the health outcomes and stress-coping-related psychosocial factors among prostate cancer patients and partners. The findings highlight the importance of considering social determinants of health in investigating disparities in quality of life, symptoms, and psychosocial factors among prostate cancer patients and partners.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Schick Maren, Germeyer Ariane, Boettcher Bettina, Hecht Stephanie, Geiser Magdalena, Rosner Sabine, Eckstein Monika, Vomstein Kilian, Toth Bettina, Strowitzki Thomas, Wischmann Tewes, Ditzen Beate
Summary: This study explores the interrelations in couples with endometriosis in matters of psychological distress, sexual and partnership satisfaction, and social support. The study reveals significant partner effects and highlights the importance of considering the male partner in counseling or treating women with endometriosis. The findings emphasize the need for increased awareness of the psychosocial impact of endometriosis and the importance of improving social support, understanding, and sexual satisfaction.
HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE OUTCOMES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nair Lopes, Mariana Brutt Pacheco, Diana Soares-Fernandes, Margareta P. Correia, Vania Camilo, Rui Henrique, Carmen Jeronimo
Summary: Advanced prostate cancers often develop resistance to androgen-deprivation therapy, highlighting the importance of alternative treatment strategies. This study evaluated the antitumoral effects of combining hydralazine, a DNA methylation inhibitor, with enzalutamide, an androgen receptor antagonist, in prostate cancer cell lines. The combination of these two drugs exhibited synergistic effects in inhibiting the growth of prostate cancer cells and may offer a promising alternative therapeutic option for patient management.
Article
Oncology
Tingting Cai, Jianfeng Qian, Qingmei Huang, Changrong Yuan
Summary: The study identified three dyadic coping groups with distinct characteristics: high (27.4%), medium (32.2%), and low (40.4%). Differences were found in educational background, number of children, postoperative time, and type of surgery. Most couples reported low levels of dyadic coping, with those having lower education levels, one child or no children, and recently undergone breast preservation surgery being more likely to belong to the low dyadic coping group. Assessment of demographic and clinical risk factors is essential in supporting couples with breast cancer, in addition to considering marital adjustment levels, to identify high-risk subgroups that may require intervention.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Tingting Cai, Jianfeng Qian, Changrong Yuan
Summary: The study found that dyadic coping level in Chinese couples with breast cancer was within the reference range. Factors such as marital adjustment, psychosocial characteristics, and body image were found to influence dyadic coping. Interventions for couples with breast cancer should take these factors into consideration.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yi-Wei Chen, Ting-Ru Lin, Pei-Ling Kuo, Shu-Chiung Lee, Kuo-Feng Wu, Tuyen Van Duong, Tsae-Jyy Wang
Summary: Disease and treatment-related symptoms and dysfunctions can interfere with the psychosocial adjustment of patients with oral cancer. Factors such as financial status, cancer stage, pain, speech problems, social eating problems, and less sexuality significantly predict changes in psychosocial adjustment. Continued psychosocial assessment and appropriate supportive measures are needed to strengthen the psychosocial adjustment of these high-risk groups.
Article
Oncology
Wallace Yuen, Luke Witherspoon, Eugenia Wu, Julie Wong, Sara Sheikholeslami, Jenna Bentley, Christine Zarowski, Monita Sundar, Stacy Elliott, Celestia Higano, Ryan Flannigan
Summary: This study highlighted the importance of biopsychosocial recommendations in sexual rehabilitation for prostate cancer survivors. Patients received an average of 10.0 recommendations per visit, with educational recommendations being the most common, followed by psychosexual recommendations. The top recommendations included penile rehabilitation, pleasure-focus, and phosphodiesterase inhibitors.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Marie Hasdenteufel, Bruno Quintard
Summary: This systematic review aims to understand the experiences of the couple facing advanced cancer and the psychosocial interventions focused on this experience. The results show that the couple's experiences include uncertainty about the future, disjointed time, intrusion into intimacy, etc. In addition, several couple therapies have been used for patients with advanced cancer and their partners, which have individual benefits for both the patient and partner and improve marital functioning.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Helene Riazuelo
Summary: This study explores the psychological experience of individuals with a partner suffering from chronic kidney disease. Findings show that while some couples exhibit considerable resourcefulness, the impact of the disease can lead to periods of despair and fatigue. The disruption caused by the illness in daily family life can be traumatic, calling for increased psychological care and support for both patients and their partners.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Urology & Nephrology
Rita F. Castro, Silvana Araujo, Ana Marques, Diana Ferreira, Helia Rocha, Sandra Aguiar, Sonia Pieramico, Ana Quinta-Gomes, Ines M. Tavares, Pedro J. Nobre, Joana Carvalho
Summary: This article discusses the impact of prostate cancer on couples and highlights the importance of using a dyadic approach. The review of existing studies reveals the interdependency between partners and how their adaptation influences the patients' adaptation. It emphasizes the relevance of dyadic approaches in understanding and managing prostate cancer.
SEXUAL MEDICINE REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Matteo Ferro, Felice Crocetto, Dario Bruzzese, Massimo Imbriaco, Ferdinando Fusco, Nicola Longo, Luigi Napolitano, Evelina La Civita, Michele Cennamo, Antonietta Liotti, Manuela Lecce, Gianluca Russo, Luigi Insabato, Ciro Imbimbo, Daniela Terracciano
Summary: The study found that the prostate health index (PHI) outperformed multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) in predicting positive biopsy, while showing comparable performance in identifying high-grade prostate cancer.
Article
Oncology
Nancy A. Borstelmann, Tamryn F. Gray, Shari Gelber, Shoshana Rosenberg, Yue Zheng, Meghan Meyer, Kathryn J. Ruddy, Lidia Schapira, Steven Come, Virginia Borges, Tamara Cadet, Peter Maramaldi, Ann H. Partridge
Summary: This study found that partners of young women with breast cancer who co-parent dependent children have high psychosocial needs and low quality of life, requiring targeted interventions to improve their quality of life.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Pedro P. Chamorro, J. Herruzo, Maria J. Pino, Jose C. Casas-Rosal
Summary: This study examined the relationship between the psychosocial impact of infertility on couples and their individual coping strategies, perceived social support, and medical factors. Problem-focused coping strategies were found to have positive effects, but also had some negative effects on the partner. Social support had a positive impact on psychosocial outcomes, and the cognitive component of coping strategies played a prominent role in the individual's adjustment and the partner's role. The findings suggest the importance of promoting awareness of the impact of each partner's feelings, behaviors, and beliefs on their individual well-being, due to the interdependent context in which they exist. Infertility counselors can facilitate this process by evaluating and educating individuals about the functionality of these factors.
JOURNAL OF SEX & MARITAL THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Daniela Wittmann, Akanksha Mehta, Sharon L. Bober, Ziwei Zhu, Stephanie Daignault-Newton, Rodney L. Dunn, Thomas M. Braun, Caroline Carter, Ashley Duby, Laurel L. Northouse, Bridget F. Koontz, L. Michael Glode, Jan Brandon, Rick Bangs, John McPhail, Susan McPhail, Lenore Arab, Kellie Paich, Ted A. Skolarus, Lawrence C. An, Christian J. Nelson, Christopher S. Saigal, Ronald C. Chen, John P. Mulhall, Sarah T. Hawley, Jason W. D. Hearn, Daniel E. Spratt, Craig E. Pollack
Summary: This study examined the effectiveness of a web-based program in supporting couples' sexual recovery after prostate cancer treatment. The program did not lead to improved satisfaction with sex life 6 months after treatment, but couples in the intervention group engaged in sexual activities sooner than those in the control group. Participants evaluated the program positively and would recommend it to others facing prostate cancer treatment.
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Abdrabo Soliman, Abdel-Salam G. Abdel-Salam, Mervat Ahmed
Summary: This study developed and validated a questionnaire for Muslim couples and families to assess their marital and family issues. The questionnaire demonstrated strong internal consistency and validity, making it a useful tool for marital and family therapy in Muslim populations.
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Denise Pyle, Gerry Tehan, Andrea Lamont-Mills, Suzanne K. Chambers
Summary: This study investigated predictors and barriers to the use of online communities among prostate cancer survivors. Current and past users showed positive attitudes towards use, while non-users faced more barriers, had fewer life impacts due to health changes, and were more likely to live in rural or remote regions.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Anna Green, Natalie Winter, Michelle DiGiacomo, John L. Oliffe, Nicholas Ralph, Jeff Dunn, Suzanne K. Chambers
Summary: This systematic review examined the gendered experiences of female partners of prostate cancer survivors to understand the psychosocial impact of prostate cancer on women. Findings revealed that women's experiences were influenced by self-positioning, male partners' response, and broader social contexts. Further consideration of contextualised femininities in the design and delivery of psychosocial support services is needed, highlighting the importance of recognizing the complexity of gender roles, relations, and identities in support services for female partners.
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Arlen Rowe, Fiona Crawford-Williams, Belinda C. Goodwin, Larry Myers, Anna Stiller, Jeff Dunn, Joanne F. Aitken, Sonja March
Summary: This study investigated the amount and type of survivorship care information received by cancer survivors living in rural Australia. The findings indicate that these cancer survivors are not consistently provided with adequate survivorship care information, particularly in relation to long-term health and recovery.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Social
Megan Oaten, Richard J. Stevenson, Stefano Occhipinti, Caley Tapp, Trevor Case
Summary: This study aimed to identify the characteristics of multiple stigmatized populations, determine the applicability of Kurzban and Leary's functional typology of stigma, and examine the emotional responses towards different stigma types. Results showed that interpersonal stigmatization was predicted by disgust and pity, while morality-based stigmatization was predicted by disgust and happiness. No predictors were found for chronic stigmatization.
Article
Oncology
Melanie Davis, Megan Oaten, Caley Tapp, Stefano Occhipinti
Summary: This study developed a new Aversion to Bowel Cancer Screening Scale (ABCSS) to assess individuals' aversion to CRC screening. The results showed that ABCSS is a valid measure of aversion to CRC screening and provides a comprehensive understanding of the decision-making process for CRC screening.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CANCER CARE
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Nicole Heneka, Suzanne K. Chambers, Isabelle Schaefer, Jeff Dunn
Summary: This study assessed the acceptability of a nurse-led prostate cancer survivorship intervention adapted for virtual delivery in a regional Australian hospital. Results showed that the virtual care program was highly acceptable to both program recipients and those delivering the program, improving care coordination and meeting service priorities of providing quality care close to home.
Article
Psychology, Social
Jessie Mitchell, Stefano Occhipinti, Megan Oaten
Summary: Pain is rarely experienced alone and when it is publicly shared, it can attract the attention of thousands of people. Our research found that collectively attending to others' pain can promote affiliation among online individuals and this is mediated by perceived emotional synchrony, leading to increased cohesion and interpersonal closeness.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Amanda Evenhuis, Stefano Occhipinti, Liz Jones, Darren Wishart
Summary: This study aimed to synthesize existing literature on the predictors and processes informing attitudes and beliefs of smoking health professionals' own cessation. The current research has mainly focused on the prevalence and predictors of smoking behavior among health professionals, with limited studies on the predictors of quit attempts and success. Some empirical studies have found that age and work environment factors may predict quit attempt success in certain health professional groups, and there is evidence of tobacco smoking stigma experiences among nurses and nursing students. More theoretical work is needed to identify relevant predictors, and prospective research designs should be used to clarify the targets for change.
GLOBAL HEALTH ACTION
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Tamara Ownsworth, Suzanne Chambers, Stephanie Jones, Giverny Parker, Joanne F. Aitken, Matthew Foote, Louisa G. Gordon, David H. K. Shum, Julia Robertson, Elizabeth Conlon, Mark B. Pinkham
Summary: This pragmatic randomized control trial evaluated the clinical efficacy of the Tele-MAST program for individuals with primary brain tumor. The results showed that Tele-MAST was more effective in reducing depressive symptoms and improving quality of life for patients, but had no significant impact on caregivers.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Elizabeth A. Johnston, Nicole Craig, Anna Stiller, Leah Zajdlewicz, Joanne F. Aitken, Michael J. Ireland, Jeff Dunn, Suzanne K. Chambers, Belinda C. Goodwin
Summary: This study examined the impact of cancer and travelling for treatment on the employment of rural cancer patients and their caregivers. The results showed that 70% of rural cancer patients experienced a change in employment status after diagnosis, with 62% no longer working. Among the caregivers, 56% reported a change in employment after diagnosis, with 37% no longer working.
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Michael Jauch, Stefano Occhipinti, Analise O'Donovan
Summary: Although research is suggesting that mental health professionals stigmatize mental illness, studies on this topic are relatively new and existing literature reviews have limitations. Therefore, a scoping review was conducted to explore the research methods and gaps in the literature on the endorsed stigmatization of mental illness by mental health professionals. The findings revealed limitations and a lack of progress in this important domain.
Article
Oncology
Louisa G. Gordon, Stephanie Jones, Giverny Parker, Suzanne Chambers, Joanne F. Aitken, Matthew Foote, David H. K. Shum, Julia Robertson, Elizabeth Conlon, Mark B. Pinkham, Tamara Ownsworth
Summary: In this study, a cost-utility analysis was conducted to evaluate the economic impact of a telehealth psychological support intervention for patients with primary brain tumor. The results showed that the intervention was cost-effective and improved the quality of life for patients.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Belinda C. Goodwin, Bianca Viljoen, Larry Myers, Michael J. Ireland, Jeff Dunn, Suzanne K. Chambers, Nicholas Ralph, Joanne F. Aitken
Summary: This study aimed to identify features of home bowel screening kits that could be modified to increase their use through consultation with kit recipients. The findings identified six modifiable elements, including the collection tool, collection sheet, specimen container, instruction, packaging and processes. The participants preferred collection devices that limited users' proximity to faecal matter, smaller packaging, simpler processes, and step-by-step pictorial instructions.
PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH & PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Business
Jeff Dunn, Shu-Kay Ng, Melissa K. Hyde, Melissa Legg, Leah Zajdlewicz, Kevin Stein, Anne Savage, Paul Scuffham, Suzanne K. Chambers
Summary: The financial viability of many not-for-profit organizations is closely tied to community fundraising by volunteers. This study found that factors contributing to volunteer retention and fundraising performance include volunteer commitment to the organization and the psychological sense of connection. Teams with older volunteers who are strongly committed to the organization, motivated to fight cancer, and have low interest in social/entertainment activities raised more funds.
JOURNAL OF PHILANTHROPY AND MARKETING
(2022)
Article
Business
Melissa Legg, Melissa K. Hyde, Suzanne K. Chambers, Shu-Kay Ng, Paul Scuffham, Kevin Stein, Jeff Dunn
Summary: Special charity events play a crucial role in fundraising for cancer control non-profit organizations, but volunteer numbers are declining and turnover is high. Emotions experienced during cause-related events, particularly hope and pride, are key predictors of volunteer retention, satisfaction, and commitment. Future research examining the mechanisms of these relationships is needed to further understand how special charity events can retain volunteers effectively.
JOURNAL OF PHILANTHROPY AND MARKETING
(2022)
