Psychological adjustment among children of women with breast cancer: Mothers' perspectives on disclosure
by Keeler, Rachel, M.S.W., CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH, 2009, 62 pages; 1466108

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of breast cancer on children of breast cancer patients. The focus was on school-age children who lived with their mother during the course of treatment. Mothers and mental health professionals gave their perspectives on how children responded behaviorally, emotionally, and academically to having a parent with breast cancer. The researcher also investigated the effect, if any, that adult and/or child cancer support groups had on the children.

Throughout the literature, it has been reported that children experience a great deal of confusion about breast cancer. It has been reported that children of breast cancer patients show a high level of behavioral and psychological difficulties. They have also exhibited lower self-esteem.

The results of this study indicated that 40% of participants reported the children had difficulty focusing in class. The majority of participants said that being honest and open was critical in helping children cope with their mother's diagnosis/treatment.

 
AdviserBrian Lam
SchoolCALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH
SourceMAI/ 47-05, p. , Aug 2009
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsSocial work; Clinical psychology
Publication Number1466108
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