Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Chan-Young Kwon, Boram Lee, Moonkyo Kong, Seung Hyeun Lee, Hee-Jae Jung, Kwan-Il Kim, Beom-Joon Lee
Summary: In lung cancer patients, herbal medicines combined with conventional medicine significantly improved fatigue, quality of life, and activities of daily life, while monotherapy with herbal medicines also significantly improved activities of daily life. Limited evidence suggests that herbal medicines could be effective and safe for cancer-related fatigue in lung cancer patients.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Noel M. Arring, Denise Millstine, Debra L. Barton, Karen S. Lyons, Marlene Girardo, Amy Hutson, Lillian M. Nail
Summary: The study found that patients without cancer reported higher levels of pain and lower levels of energy, sleep, overall health, spiritual wellbeing, and relationships compared to cancer survivors. The top reasons for seeking IH consultation among cancer survivors were fatigue and cancer.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Review
Oncology
Kylie O'Brien, Karin Ried, Taufiq Binjemain, Avni Sali
Summary: A significant proportion of cancer patients use complementary medicine or therapies. Integrative approach, combining conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary medicines/therapies and lifestyle interventions, can lead to better outcomes for cancer patients. It treats the whole person and focuses on improving overall health.
Article
Oncology
Darpan I. I. Patel, G. J. Almeida, N. T. Darby, M. C. Serra, T. Calderon, A. Lapetoda, B. Gutierrez, A. G. Ramirez, D. C. Hughes
Summary: This study examined the effects of a 16-week therapeutic yoga program on cytokine profiles in cancer survivors. The results showed that yoga significantly reduced cytokine levels associated with chronic inflammation in cancer survivors.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Teresa Zetzl, Agnes Renner, Andre Pittig, Elisabeth Jentschke, Carmen Roch, Birgitt van Oorschot
Summary: The study aimed to examine the effects of an 8-week yoga therapy on fatigue in cancer patients. Results showed that yoga therapy was effective in reducing cancer-related fatigue, particularly in the physical aspects of fatigue. Women with breast cancer seemed to benefit the most, and a higher attendance rate led to a greater reduction of fatigue.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Teresa Zetzl, Andre Pittig, Agnes Renner, Birgitt van Oorschot, Elisabeth Jentschke
Summary: This study found that sending reminder e-mails after yoga therapy can significantly reduce fatigue, increase practice frequency, and have positive effects on long-term fatigue, depression, and quality of life in cancer patients.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Krupali Desai, Ting Bao, Qing S. Li, Nirupa J. Raghunathan, Kelly Trevino, Angela Green, Han Xiao, Jun J. Mao
Summary: Although over 50% of cancer survivors showed interest in practicing yoga, the actual utilization of yoga remains low. Barriers such as lack of awareness of yoga benefits, difficulty in motivation, experiencing symptoms, and time constraints need to be addressed to design effective yoga programs for this population.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Celina H. Shirazipour, Carolina Raines, Eileen Liu, Rachel M. Ruggieri, Jessica M. Capaldi, Bianca Luna-Lupercio, Marcio A. Diniz, Gillian Gresham, Neil Bhowmick, Robert W. Haile, Arash Asher
Summary: This paper presents a protocol for a clinical trial to evaluate the feasibility of a 3-month nature-based walking programme for breast cancer survivors. The trial will assess the impact of the intervention on fitness, quality of life outcomes, and biomarkers of ageing and inflammation. This study is an important first step for future research on the influence of exercise environment on cancer survivor PA outcomes.
Review
Oncology
Adi David, David Hausner, Moshe Frenkel
Summary: Cancer-related fatigue is a common and challenging symptom among cancer patients and survivors. Many leading cancer centers incorporate CIM into routine cancer care to address CRF, with modalities such as acupuncture, touch therapies, nutrition, and stress reduction showing potential in alleviating fatigue.
CURRENT ONCOLOGY REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Dharam Kaushik, Pankil K. Shah, Neelam Mukherjee, Niannian Ji, Furkan Dursun, Addanki P. Kumar, Ian M. Thompson, Ahmed M. Mansour, Richapriya Jha, Xiaoyu Yang, Hanzhang Wang, Nydia Darby, J. Ricardo Rivero, Robert S. Svatek, Michael A. Liss
Summary: Yoga can improve the quality of life (QoL), promote immune response, and attenuate inflammation in men with prostate cancer. Yoga has positive effects on QoL and immune cell status, deserving further investigation.
PROSTATE CANCER AND PROSTATIC DISEASES
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Adele Crouch, Victoria Champion, Diane Von Ah
Summary: This integrative review focused on cognitive dysfunction in older breast cancer survivors (BCSs). The results revealed that up to 41% of older BCSs experienced cognitive dysfunction on neuropsychological examination, and up to 64% reported cognitive dysfunction on subjective measures before treatment. Approximately half of older BCSs experienced cognitive decline from pre-to post-treatment regardless of cognitive measure. The most affected domains were memory, executive functioning, and processing speed. Objective and subjective cognitive dysfunctions were associated with age, comorbidities, chemotherapy receipt, sleep, neuropsychological symptom cluster, frailty, and quality of life.
Article
Oncology
Amy A. Kirkham, Katarzyna J. Jerzak
Summary: Breast cancer survivors represent an increasing segment of the female population in Canada, with an overall prevalence of 2%. The decrease in breast cancer mortality has led to a higher number of survivorship care requirements.
JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL COMPREHENSIVE CANCER NETWORK
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Jun J. Mao, Geetha Gopalakrishna Pillai, Carlos Jose Andrade, Jennifer A. Ligibel, Partha Basu, Lorenzo Cohen, Ikhlas A. Khan, Karen M. Mustian, Rammanohar Puthiyedath, Kartar Singh Dhiman, Lixing Lao, Ricardo Ghelman, Paulo Caceres Guido, Gabriel Lopez, Daniel F. Gallego-Perez, Luis Alejandro Salicrup
Summary: The increase in cancer incidence and mortality globally, especially impacting low- and middle-income countries, has led to challenges in cancer care delivery. Integrative oncology offers a framework to incorporate traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine alongside conventional cancer treatment, aiming to provide safe, effective, evidence-informed, and culturally sensitive care.
CA-A CANCER JOURNAL FOR CLINICIANS
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Sinem Ocalan, Yeter Sinem Uzar-Ozcetin
Summary: This study examined the association between rumination, fatigue and psychological resilience among cancer survivors. Results indicated that intrusive rumination negatively mediated psychological resilience but positively mediated with CRF, while deliberate rumination positively mediated psychological resilience but negatively mediated with CRF. The findings highlight the importance of oncology nurses being aware of different types and effects of rumination in supporting cancer survivors.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2022)
Article
Oncology
W. Iris Zhi, Raymond E. Baser, Lillian M. Zhi, Dristi Talukder, Qing S. Li, Tina Paul, Clare Patterson, Lauren Piulson, Christina Seluzicki, Mary L. Galantino, Ting Bao
Summary: This study investigated the impact of yoga on health-related quality of life in breast and gynecological cancer survivors with CIPN. The results suggest that yoga may reduce anxiety in patients with CIPN, but further research is needed to confirm these findings.
Article
Oncology
Jacqueline N. Casillas, Lindsay F. Schwartz, Jennifer L. Gildner, Catherine M. Crespi, Patricia A. Ganz, Katherine L. Kahn, Margaret L. Stuber, Roshan Bastani, Sonia Morales, Karla Quintana, Amri Gonzalez, Esther Casas, Elvia Barboa
Summary: Latino adolescent and young adult cancer survivors and their families showed improved survivorship care confidence and knowledge after receiving the photonovela intervention, suggesting its potential as a useful tool for improving confidence and knowledge regarding survivorship care for this population.
JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Subhadra Evans, Valeria Villegas, Charlotte Dowding, Marilla Druitt, Rebecca O'Hara, Antonina Mikocka-Walus
Summary: The study found that most Australian women with endometriosis use medication for pain relief, and complementary/self-care strategies are less effective. The survey showed that some patients are dissatisfied with treatment, some are satisfied, and there is a need for comprehensive, interdisciplinary care and patient knowledge, advocacy, and resilience.
INTERNAL MEDICINE JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Subhadra Evans, Charlotte Dowding, Lisa Olive, Laura A. Payne, Marilla Druitt, Laura C. Seidman, David Skvarc, Antonina Mikocka-Walus
Summary: The study found that pain catastrophizing is an important psychological factor affecting menstrual pain severity, whether caused by primary dysmenorrhea or endometriosis. 36% of women with primary dysmenorrhea and 58% with endometriosis had clinically relevant levels of pain catastrophizing. Therefore, reducing pain helplessness may help alleviate dysmenorrhea.
PSYCHOLOGY HEALTH & MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Sophie Leitch, Emma Sciberras, Nicole Rinehart, Subhadra Evans
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary outcomes of a co-designed mindful parenting intervention (PTM) for parents of children with ADHD. The findings suggest that PTM was highly acceptable and showed promising effects for parents and children. However, intervention adherence was challenging due to various barriers.
CHILD PSYCHIATRY & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Daniel Reich, Subhadra Evans, Melissa O'Shea
Summary: This research aims to collaboratively identify attitudes towards mindfulness and potential interventions for youth at risk for psychosis. The study found that stakeholders recognized the potential benefits of mindfulness for stress management, emotion regulation, and improving functioning. However, barriers such as poor functioning and low motivation were identified. Comprehensive clinical guidelines are crucial for the safe and effective use of mindfulness in this population.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Subhadra Evans, Lisa Olive, Madeleine Dober, Simon Knowles, Matthew Fuller-Tyszkiewicz, O. Eric, Peter Gibson, Leanne Raven, Richard Gearry, Andrew McCombie, Leesa van Niekerk, Susan Chesterman, Daniel Romano, Antonina Mikocka-Walus
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of the ACTforIBD program in reducing psychological distress in patients with IBD. The program is an 8-week intervention with 1-hour sessions, with the first three and last sessions delivered one-to-one by a psychologist, and the other sessions self-directed online. A randomized controlled trial will be conducted with 25 participants assigned to the ACTforIBD group and 25 patients assigned to an active control group.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Shane McIver, Melissa O'Shea, Bo Nixon, Zac Seidler, Subhadra Evans
Summary: Men's participation in mental health treatment is significantly lower than that of women. However, poor mental health is a public health issue for both genders. Therefore, exploring alternative approaches such as yoga that can support men's mental health is crucial. This study aimed to investigate the benefits and barriers of ongoing yoga practice among men attending community-based yoga classes, with a focus on identifying mental health outcomes.
AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGIST
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Applied
Subhadra Evans, Amy Livingstone, Michael Dodds, Deiter Kotte, Marjan Geertsema, Melissa O'Shea
Summary: This study aims to explore the experiences of consumers using forest therapy (FT) as an adjunct to their usual psychological treatment. Interviews with ten mental health consumers revealed that FT can provide a sense of safety, improve connection with nature and others, and have lasting therapeutic impacts related to spirituality and symptomatology.
JOURNAL OF SPIRITUALITY IN MENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Antonina Mikocka-Walus, Subhadra Evans, Jake Linardon, Helen Wilding, Simon R. Knowles
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the efficacy of psychotherapy on symptoms of functional dyspepsia, anxiety, depression, and quality of life. The findings suggest that psychotherapy may have a small to moderate effect on functional dyspepsia symptoms and anxiety, but no significant effect on depressive symptoms. The limited number of trials and high risk of bias in the studies restrict the conclusions.
PSYCHOLOGY HEALTH & MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Rylee Stokes, Antonina Mikocka-Walus, Charlotte Dowding, Marilla Druitt, Subhadra Evans
Summary: This study investigated the experiences of women with mild, moderate, and severe menstrual pain and found that women across all pain severities reported the need for education and treatment, as well as disrupted physical activity. The results underscore the importance of supportive care for all individuals experiencing menstruation.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY IN MEDICAL SETTINGS
(2023)
Review
Nursing
Brianna Peterson, Antonina Mikocka-Walus, Subhadra Evans
Summary: This study aimed to understand the experience of loss in Australian women with endometriosis. The findings revealed that pain was the greatest concern for participants, preventing them from engaging in various activities. Women with endometriosis experience wide-reaching losses, restricting control and choice in multiple life domains. These losses were often unacknowledged by loved ones and healthcare providers, further impacting the participants' physical, emotional, and mental health.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Antonina Mikocka-Walus, Mark Stokes, Subhadra Evans, Anna Klas, Julian W. Fernando, Lisa Olive, Jeromy Anglim, Adrian Esterman, Elizabeth Westrupp
Summary: The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between COVID-19 pandemic-related product shortages and symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression in Australian families. The study used data from a longitudinal cohort study of Australian parents and found that product shortages were significantly correlated with higher levels of anxiety, depression, and stress. Parental emotion regulation was found to play a role in coping with these stressors.
PSYCHOLOGY HEALTH & MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Kimina Lyall, George Youssef, Antonina Mikocka-Walus, Subhadra Evans, Robert A. Cummins
Summary: People with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often experience psychological symptoms and low subjective wellbeing (SWB). This study examined the relationship between psychological symptoms, patient-reported disease symptoms, trait mindfulness, and homeostatically protected mood (HPMood). The results suggested a resilience effect where SWB levels resist rising levels of depression symptoms for the cohort with Crohn's disease (CD), but not for those with ulcerative colitis (UC). Trait mindfulness was found to support HPMood, but only for the CD cohort. The implications of these findings are discussed.
JOURNAL OF HAPPINESS STUDIES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Melissa O'Shea, Emma E. Houston, David Skvarc, Hannah Capon, Shane Mclver, Michael Berk, Jill Harris, Belinda Chandler, Subhadra Evans
Summary: This study reports on a pragmatic preference trial with adults diagnosed with depression or anxiety, comparing the longer-term outcomes between those who completed a group CBT program and those who completed a group CBT program with an adjunct therapeutic yoga program. The findings show that participants in the combined CBT+Yoga group had sustained reductions in anxiety and depression, with significantly superior outcomes when compared to those receiving group CBT alone.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION
(2023)
Review
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Eleanor Trethewey, Subhadra Evans, Shane McIver, Jennifer O'Brien, Janet Lowndes, Genevieve Pepin, Melissa O'Shea
Summary: This study conducted a comprehensive analysis of the application of yoga in individuals with eating disorders, and found that yoga is a safe, acceptable, and feasible transdiagnostic intervention for this cohort. These findings provide pragmatic support for integrating yoga into clinical practice to support the recovery of eating disorders.
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2023)