Stress and Post-traumatic Growth of people with cancer: identification of associated factors
Cynthia De Freitas Melo,
Marina Braga Teófilo,
Gabriel Huet Borges de Arruda
et al.
Abstract:Objectives: Evaluate indicators and identify associated factors of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and post-traumatic growth (PTG) in individuals undergoing oncological treatment. Method: Quantitative, cross-sectional, analytical survey design with a non-probabilistic sample of 74 participants. Six instruments measuring PTSD, PTG, spiritual well-being, illness perception, and social support were employed. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics in the Statistical Package for Socia… Show more
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