Elements of Perceived Communication and Quality of Life Determinants for Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
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Authors
Forrester, Jennifer G.
Issue Date
2017
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
"Breast Cancer","Quality of Life","Communication”,“Physicians","Psycho-Oncology"
Alternative Title
Abstract
The field of psycho-oncology has assumed that quality of life determinants are the same for all women diagnosed with breast cancer. We know from recent studies that there are specific differences in how women cope with a cancer diagnosis in relationship to race, age of diagnosis, and various quality of life determinants such as life course, relationship status, sexuality, body image, self-concept, and quality of communication. This study examined the relationship between perceived communication satisfaction between female breast cancer patients and various others during the treatment process and the role this communication had on women's quality of life. The findings suggested women of all ages would benefit from being more educated about the possible consequences of the various treatment options available and the impact these decisions could have on future functioning and quality of life.