YAC Prime: Social support and body image among young adult cancer survivors
Programs and interventions targeting body image in YA cancer survivors should emphasize social support to help reduce negative body image experiences.
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Programs and interventions targeting body image in YA cancer survivors should emphasize social support to help reduce negative body image experiences.
Read moreAlthough awareness of risk is high, only half of young adults report having had conversations about FP with their team.
Read morePsychosocial interventions targeting YA should focus on addressing body image concerns and explore other relevant coping strategies
Read moreEfforts to promote connection and social support among young adult cancer survivors may promote better overall adjustment.
Read moreYoung adult survivors of cancer report significantly worse quality of life compared to the Canadian population.
Read moreIncreased awareness and assistance programs are needed to help YAs recover from the financial impact of cancer.
Read moreYAs with cancer experience significantly greater distress than their non-cancer peers. This distress is associated with modifiable factors such as sleep, fear of cancer recurrence, body image dissatisfaction, and social support, illustrating key areas for intervention.
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