Observational studyCurrent oncology (Toronto, Ont.)2021
COVID-19 Pandemic Stressors and Psychological Symptoms in Breast Cancer Patients.
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- The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health and Cognitive Function in Patients With Cancer: A Systematic Literature Review.Cancer reports (Hoboken, N.J.) · 2024Pooled it
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- Insomnia symptoms during the early and late stages of the COVID-19 pandemic in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Sleep medicine · 2022Pooled it
- Gender-specific estimates of sleep problems during the COVID-19 pandemic: Systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of sleep research · 2022Pooled it
- Psychological Distress Among Cancer Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic in the World: A Systematic Review.Frontiers in psychology · 2021Pooled it
- Psychological distress and coping strategies in breast cancer patients under neoadjuvant therapy: A systematic review.Women's health (London, England)Pooled it
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- A Qualitative Descriptive Study to Assess Experiences and Care Needs of Patients With Cancer During the COVID-19 Pandemic.Oncology nursing forum · 2025Article
- Exploring health related quality of life for women with breast cancer in Ireland and Québec, Canada throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- The COVID-19 pandemic experience for patients with central nervous system tumors: Differences in patient-reported outcomes and practice recommendations.Neuro-oncology practice · 2025Article
- Factors Associated With Depression and Anxiety in People With Rare Diseases During COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study.Depression and anxiety · 2025Article
- Biopsychosocial Associates of Psychological Distress and Post-Traumatic Growth among Canadian Cancer Patients during the COVID-19 Pandemic.Current oncology (Toronto, Ont.) · 2024Article
- Fear of cancer recurrence in breast cancer survivors carrying a BRCA1 or 2 genetic mutation : a cross-sectional study.Hereditary cancer in clinical practice · 2024Article
- The Relationship Between Death Anxiety and COVID-19 Fear and Anxiety in Women With Breast Cancer.Omega · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe current Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a highly stressful event that may lead to significant psychological symptoms, particularly in cancer patients who are at a greater risk of contracting viruses. This study examined the frequency of stressors experienced in relation to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and its relationship with psychological symptoms (i.e., anxiety, depression, insomnia, fear of cancer recurrence) in breast cancer patients.
methodsThirty-six women diagnosed with a non-metastatic breast cancer completed the Insomnia Severity Index, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, the severity subscale of the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory, and the COVID-19 Stressors Questionnaire developed by our research team. Participants either completed the questionnaires during (30.6%) or after (69.4%) their chemotherapy treatment.
resultsResults revealed that most of the participants (63.9%) have experienced at least one stressor related to the COVID-19 pandemic (one: 27.8%, two: 22.2%, three: 11.1%). The most frequently reported stressor was increased responsibilities at home (33.3%). Higher levels of concerns related to the experienced stressors were significantly correlated with higher levels of anxiety, depressive symptoms, insomnia, and fear of cancer recurrence,
conclusionsCancer patients experience a significant number of stressors related to the COVID-19 pandemic, which are associated with increased psychological symptoms. These results contribute to a better understanding of the psychological consequences of a global pandemic in the context of cancer and they highlight the need to better support patients during such a challenging time.
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