A pilot study to assess the level of depression and the coping strategies adopted by cancer patients receiving treatment in Mizoram State Cancer Institute, Aizawl

Background: Cancer, the second most common cause of death, has become a major health problem. Depression is the most common psychological problem encountered in patients with cancer. The coping skills adopted may affect the mental health of patients. Therefore, this research is undertaken to assess...

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Main Authors: Gitumoni Konwar, Lalengzami Fanai, Vanrammawia K
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Academy Publisher 2015-01-01
Series:Open Journal of Psychiatry and Allied Sciences
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Online Access:http://dysphrenia.hpage.co.in/ojpas-2015-6-35-43-fulltext_57706316.html