Ethnicity moderates the effects of resources on adjustment of Jewish and Arab mothers of children diagnosed with cancer

Abstract

Ethnicity, mastery, and social support are important factors in mothers' adjustment to their child's cancer.

Correlation between Parents’ Self-efficacy and Quality of Life of Children with Cancer Aged 8-12 Years

“… 2 They experience fears and worries in relation to their child’s life and in relation to whether the treatment will lead to a full recovery. 3 Almost all parents have reported experiencing feelings of distress when watching their child suffer in this way. 4 …”

“…2 They experience fears and worries in relation to their child's life and in relation to whether the treatment will lead to a full recovery. 3 Almost all parents have reported experiencing feelings of distress when watching their child suffer in this way. 4 This complex response occurs during the initial diagnosis and treatment; it decreased during treatment and worsened when the child's condition deteriorated, and when hospitalization times were extended.…”