Insights into the Psychology of Trauma Should Inform the Practice of Oncology

Many cancer patients and their caretakers have histories of significant trauma, often during childhood. These experiences often affect how they respond to their diagnoses and treatment. This commentary focuses on the need for a better understanding of trauma as related to improved cancer care.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Lawson, Kathryn C., Lawson, David H.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: AlphaMed Press 2018
Materias:
Commentaries
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6058322/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29567819
http://dx.doi.org/10.1634/theoncologist.2018-0091
Descripción
Sumario:Many cancer patients and their caretakers have histories of significant trauma, often during childhood. These experiences often affect how they respond to their diagnoses and treatment. This commentary focuses on the need for a better understanding of trauma as related to improved cancer care.

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