Behavioral risk factors and use of preventive screening services among spousal caregivers of cancer patients

Son, Ki Young; Park, Sang Min; Lee, Chi Hoon; Choi, Geum Jeong; Lee, DaeGeun; Jo, SeoungHee; Lee, Se‐Hoon; Cho, Belong

doi:10.1007/s00520-010-0889-7

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“…Furthermore, significantly less proportion of caregivers was estimated as being physically active (16%) when compared to the controls from KNHANES V (29.1%). This is different from the results of Son et al (2011) study, which demonstrated no difference in physical activity between spousal caregivers and controls from KNHANES III (23.1% vs. 15%). Comparison of physical activity of caregivers and non-caregivers who were not regular exercisers demonstrated no difference in physical activities (Marquez et al, 2012).…”

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confidence: 84%

“…However, Korean spousal caregivers' better compliance to cancer screening guidelines has been demonstrated by Son et al (2011). Caregivers in this study also demonstrated better cancer screening adherences in terms of receiving stomach, breast, and cervical cancer screening tests than controls from the KNHANES V. The impact of family member's cancer diagnosis toward health-promoting behavior could serve as possible explanation (Humpel et al, 2007;Lemon et al, 2004).…”

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confidence: 45%

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Caregiving burden and health-promoting behaviors among the family caregivers of cancer patients

Rha

Park

Song

et al. 2015

European Journal of Oncology Nursing

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confidence: 84%

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confidence: 45%

Caregiving burden and health-promoting behaviors among the family caregivers of cancer patients

Rha

Park

Song

et al. 2015

European Journal of Oncology Nursing

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“…Studies from other countries also pointed out similar findings (Humpel et al, 2007;Son et al, 2011).…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 63%

Health Risk Behavior of Romanian Adults having Relatives with Cancer

Lotrean¹,

Ailoaiei²,

Torres³

2013

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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This study aimed to assess body features, and alimentary and lifestyle behavior related to cancer prevention among Romanian adults having relatives with cancer. The study was performed in 2010/2011 in an oncological hospital in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. It involved 320 adults who had relatives with cancer. An anonymous questionnaire was filled in by each participants; their weights and heights were measured and body mass index (BMI) was calculated, 56.6% of the participants having a value higher than 24.9. Almost all subjects ate less than 400g of fruits and vegetables daily and 56% of the participants consumed more than 500 g of red meat weekly. One quarter of the study sample was performing less than 30 minutes of moderate physical activity daily. Some 28.1% of the subjects were smokers. These data call for comprehensive actions to help Romanian cancer patient relatives to respect the recommendations regarding healthy lifestyle promotion and cancer prevention. Health professionals should periodically assess body composition and lifestyle components of adults who have relatives with cancer in order to identify unhealthy behavior and offer them personalized education and counseling.

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“…Six studies focused on caregivers of patients with multiple forms of cancer. 41,43–47 Two studies focused specifically on caregivers of individuals with ovarian 42 and breast cancer. 48 Cancer stage was reported in 4 of the studies.…”

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…42–47 The remaining 2 studies reported at least 1 health behavior as it related to another primary outcome (eg, alcohol use as an avoidant coping behavior). 41,48 …”

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confidence: 99%

A Labor of Love

Ross

Sundaramurthi²,

Bevans³

2013

Cancer Nursing

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Background Evidence suggests that emotional distress and objective demands of cancer caregiving are comparable to those of dementia caregiving, yet little research has focused on the physical health of cancer caregivers. Whether the stress leads directly to changes in health or whether the stress leads to changes in health behaviors, which in turn affect health, has not been systematically examined. Objective The objective of this study was to review the research literature regarding changes in health behaviors associated with caring for an individual with cancer. Methods Literature was reviewed from multiple databases including CINAHL (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature), CINAHL Plus, PsycNET, PubMed, SCOPUS, EMBASE, and Web of Science. Key words included “health behavior,” “health promotion,” ”caregivers/caregiving,” “cancer/oncology,” “diet/nutrition,” “exercise/physical activity,” “stress management,” “smoking” and “alcohol.” Studies were included if they involved informal adult caregivers and at least 1 behavior associated with a healthy lifestyle. Of the 866 studies identified, 8 met the criteria. Results Studies revealed conflicting information, with some suggesting deleterious changes in behaviors, whereas others found the changes protective. Conclusions The lack of uniformity of terminology and conflicting findings make it difficult to conclude the impact of the caregiving experience on the health behaviors of cancer caregivers. Something is placing caregivers at risk for illness and early death, but the mechanisms behind the risk and the role of unhealthy behaviors are not clear. Implications for Practice At a minimum, cancer caregivers should be screened for behavior changes and disease risk. Developing standardized measures for future research including controlled, longitudinal studies is needed.

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Behavioral risk factors and use of preventive screening services among spousal caregivers of cancer patients

Cited by 29 publications

References 26 publications

Caregiving burden and health-promoting behaviors among the family caregivers of cancer patients

Caregiving burden and health-promoting behaviors among the family caregivers of cancer patients

Health Risk Behavior of Romanian Adults having Relatives with Cancer

A Labor of Love

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