🕶️VR shows promise in reducing anxiety and short-term symptoms Psycho-Oncology A study comparing VR to tablet interventions found significant decreases in anxiety & tiredness These tools could complement traditional psychological care onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

New tool for Mesothelioma: The Mesothelioma Psychological Distress Tool-Patients (MPDT-P) identifies unique psychological suffering Psycho-Oncology A revised 3-factor model—dysfunctional emotions, claims for justice & anxieties about the future—offers 🎯insights onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

📚Thanks to Ben Corn for leading our new paper in Psycho-Oncology on the evolution of hope-enhancing interventions➡️Much work has emerged since the creation of Hope Theory🎨art +science of hope=good #cancer care🔗: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Higher pretreatment anxiety in patients with head and neck cancer predicts poorer 2-year survival Psycho-Oncology Tumor response mediates this effect, not systemic inflammation. Screening for anxiety could improve outcomes onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Exploring hope in cancer care: From historical roots (1st wave) to current trials like 'Pathways' (2nd wave), enhancing hope shows promise for QOL & survival The future (3rd wave) lies in… Check out this editorial Psycho-Oncology Billy Rosa, PhD, MBE, APRN Yael Schenker onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

This study Psycho-Oncology evaluates web-based interventions for depression & anxiety in informal caregivers of patients w cancer Findings from 12 RCTs show significant improvements in mental health onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

MINDFULNESS: this open access (free to read) journal article in Psycho-Oncology is a systematic review (collation of existing data) of Mindfulness-based interventions and their impact on coping and self-efficacy = positive for both - try beaumont.ie/marc for some mindful practices

Patients w colorectal cancer face unique challenges that current practices don't fully address This study Psycho-Oncology highlights the urgent need for tailored care, mental health support, & specialized resources to improve treatment experiences onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Evaluated the Chinese version of the CERQ-short Psycho-Oncology Results show strong psychometric properties & measurement invariance across gender, residence, and age onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Study highlights the importance of psychological flourishing in oncologists, showing it mediates the impact of workplace isolation & organizational support on work engagement, task adjustment, and empathy Psycho-Oncology onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

This network meta-analysis reveals that combined exercise is most effective in improving QoL for women w breast cancer Psycho-Oncology Aerobic and mind-body exercises also show benefits, while resistance training alone had limited impact onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Educational interventions can enhance professionals' confidence in supporting parents w EoL cancer care, significantly improving self-efficacy Psycho-Oncology This study highlights the need 4 ongoing training to sustain these skills & improve family-centered care onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

A new tool, the Mesothelioma Psychological Distress Tool-Patients (MPDT-P), identifies three key areas of psychological suffering in patients with malignant mesothelioma: dysfunctional emotions, justice claims, and future anxieties Psycho-Oncology onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Virtual Reality (VR) shows promise in reducing anxiety & fatigue in patients w advanced cancer This study Psycho-Oncology suggests VR could complement traditional interventions, enhancing patient well-being onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

New research Psycho-Oncology reveals a significant rise in psychotropic medication & mental health service use among men around the time of prostate cancer diagnosis Early mental health screening could be key to better outcomes onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

New research Psycho-Oncology highlights the importance of assessing sleep in both patients & caregivers Findings show discrepancies between self-reported & actigraph-measured sleep patterns, with both linked to physical health onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Sexual health is often an unmet need for men post-prostate cancer treatment due to low help-seeking rates This scoping review Psycho-Oncology identifies 🔑 barriers & facilitators across all levels of the Ecological Systems Framework onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Breast cancer diagnosis significantly impacts alcohol consumption habits This study Psycho-Oncology finds many survivors are at increased risk levels & need clearer guidelines to make informed changes onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Systematic review Psycho-Oncology reveals high levels of reproductive concerns among young women w breast cancer, w issues related to personal health, child’s health, and fertility potential ‼️Need for targeted interventions and support to address these concerns onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…

Study using photovoice uncovers key themes in the experiences of pediatric & adolescent cancer survivors & their parents: lasting impacts, struggles w late effects, & the quest for normalcy Psycho-Oncology onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/po…