SynthesisSupportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer2025
Coping strategies for fear of cancer recurrence among breast cancer survivors: a systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies.
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12 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- How prevalent is fear of cancer recurrence beyond 5 years: a systematic review of validated assessments across tumour types.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Pooled it
- Effects of acceptance and commitment therapy on fear of progression in young and middle-aged patients with breast cancer receiving particle therapy: a randomized controlled trial.Frontiers in public health · 2026Trial
- Fear of Cancer Recurrence and Coping in Young Breast Cancer Survivors: A Secondary Analysis.Cancer medicine · 2026Observational
- Fear of cancer recurrence and assessing its relationship with cognitive flexibility and coping strategies: a cross-sectional study.BMC psychology · 2026Article
- Living beyond survival: Experiences of self-management among long-term breast cancer survivors - A qualitative study.International journal of nursing studies advances · 2026Article
- Relationships among fear of progression, avoidance coping, and post-traumatic growth in adult patients with lymphoma: A multi-center cross-sectional study.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Article
- Coping Beyond Cancer: Exploring Fear of Recurrence in Colorectal Cancer Survivors-A Pilot Investigation.HCA healthcare journal of medicine · 2026Article
- Fear of cancer recurrence among young breast cancer patients: a qualitative study guided by social ecological systems theory.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- Unveiling age-differentiated pathways: spiritual well-being links to quality of life in breast cancer survivors through network analysis.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Living with brain metastasis - a qualitative study of patients' and family members' coping strategies.International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being · 2025Article
- Coping Strategies and Health-Related Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Survivors.European journal of investigation in health, psychology and education · 2025Article
- Construction and validation of the prediction model for fear of cancer recurrence in patients with postoperative cervical cancer.Frontiers in oncology · 2025Article
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Abstract
aimBreast cancer (BC) is the most common cancer in women, and many survivors experience fear of cancer recurrence (FCR). This study aimed to explore and integrate qualitative evidence on the coping strategies BC survivors use to manage FCR.
methodsA systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies was conducted. Six databases including PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, Web of Science, PsycInfo, and Embase were searched without any time restrictions using predefined keywords. Inductive thematic synthesis was conducted to identify key coping strategies used by BC survivors.
resultsSixteen studies were included, identifying four themes of coping strategies: "seeking support," "transforming health behaviors and lifestyle" "avoidance and emotional detachment", and "building resilience and emotional strength". Each encompassed sub-themes.
conclusionThis review identified various coping strategies used by BC survivors to manage the FCR. They highlight the complexity and diversity of responses to FCR, rather than assessing their effectiveness. The findings underscore the importance of understanding coping mechanisms within the context of survivorship care, which can inform future research on their short- and long-term impacts. Healthcare providers should consider individualized approaches that acknowledge the nuanced nature of coping strategies used by BC survivors.
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