How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology Field
Starting from statistical data derived from the oncological field, some articles have highlighted the importance of communication in the patient–caregiver dyad and have considered the various roles involved in a cancer diagnosis situation. Thus, the question of how to intervene in terms of “quality...
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| description | Starting from statistical data derived from the oncological field, some articles have highlighted the importance of communication in the patient–caregiver dyad and have considered the various roles involved in a cancer diagnosis situation. Thus, the question of how to intervene in terms of “quality of life” from the time of diagnosis to the recovery or death of a cancer patient, beyond the sanitary and physical dimensions, has become relevant. Therefore, the present narrative review aims to offer an overview of the state of the art in terms of the psychological treatment modalities of cancer patients, from the diagnosis to the post-surgery period. A total of 67 articles were collected and analyzed, in relation to (1) psychological constructs employed in the oncological field, (2) intervention models and (3) quality of life and well-being measurement and evaluation tools. We described these articles, differentiating between those focusing on the role of (1) the patient, (2) the caregiver, (3) the patient–caregiver dyad and (4) healthcare professional roles. The oncological diagnosis and its repercussions in the lives of the patient and caregiver were explored and critical aspects that emerged from the literature were highlighted. In conclusion, the analysis allowed some considerations about the need to define research protocols and useful management strategies for increasing the overall health of patients with cancer diagnoses and the people who surround them. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-e9dd8b9cce7d455d89d0d2aa8ddcf3e52023-11-22T03:14:59ZengMDPI AGBehavioral Sciences2076-328X2021-07-011179910.3390/bs11070099How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology FieldGian Piero Turchi0Marta Silvia Dalla Riva1Luisa Orrù2Eleonora Pinto3Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology, University of Padua, 35131 Padua, ItalyDepartment of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology, University of Padua, 35131 Padua, ItalyDepartment of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology, University of Padua, 35131 Padua, ItalyUnit of Surgical Oncology of the Esophagus and Digestive Tract, Veneto Institute of Oncology, 35128 Padua, ItalyStarting from statistical data derived from the oncological field, some articles have highlighted the importance of communication in the patient–caregiver dyad and have considered the various roles involved in a cancer diagnosis situation. Thus, the question of how to intervene in terms of “quality of life” from the time of diagnosis to the recovery or death of a cancer patient, beyond the sanitary and physical dimensions, has become relevant. Therefore, the present narrative review aims to offer an overview of the state of the art in terms of the psychological treatment modalities of cancer patients, from the diagnosis to the post-surgery period. A total of 67 articles were collected and analyzed, in relation to (1) psychological constructs employed in the oncological field, (2) intervention models and (3) quality of life and well-being measurement and evaluation tools. We described these articles, differentiating between those focusing on the role of (1) the patient, (2) the caregiver, (3) the patient–caregiver dyad and (4) healthcare professional roles. The oncological diagnosis and its repercussions in the lives of the patient and caregiver were explored and critical aspects that emerged from the literature were highlighted. In conclusion, the analysis allowed some considerations about the need to define research protocols and useful management strategies for increasing the overall health of patients with cancer diagnoses and the people who surround them.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-328X/11/7/99oncologyhealthcaregiverpsycho-oncologypsychological supporthealthcare |
| spellingShingle | Gian Piero Turchi Marta Silvia Dalla Riva Luisa Orrù Eleonora Pinto How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology Field Behavioral Sciences oncology health caregiver psycho-oncology psychological support healthcare |
| title | How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology Field |
| title_full | How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology Field |
| title_fullStr | How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology Field |
| title_full_unstemmed | How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology Field |
| title_short | How to Intervene in the Health Management of the Oncological Patient and of Their Caregiver? A Narrative Review in the Psycho-Oncology Field |
| title_sort | how to intervene in the health management of the oncological patient and of their caregiver a narrative review in the psycho oncology field |
| topic | oncology health caregiver psycho-oncology psychological support healthcare |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-328X/11/7/99 |
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