Studying 62 healthy siblings of children with cancer, higher anxiety and loneliness were linked to age, sex, and family rank, while greater self-control reduced distress.
Childhood cancer places lasting psychological strain on parents. Even after treatment ends, many remain at high risk for anxiety and depression, though little is known
Fear of progression (FoP) is a major issue for adult cancer survivors, but little is known about it in parents of childhood cancer survivors. This
This review examined how nutritional interventions affect diet in childhood cancer survivors versus controls. It also assessed impacts on health risks, body composition, behavior, knowledge,
Cancer diagnosis and treatment can be highly traumatic for children, adolescents, and young adults, potentially causing lasting psychological effects. Early identification and intervention can help
Adolescents and young adults with cancer face higher depression risk from developmental disruption, symptoms, and aggressive disease. Age-appropriate psychosocial care is promising, but research on
Young age is linked to high fear of cancer recurrence (FCR), anxiety, and depression, but relationships in adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients are
As young people enter adulthood, they face many developmental challenges, often intensified for childhood cancer survivors because of illness and late effects. This study provides
This study examines whether body image dissatisfaction mediates the link between treatment-related scarring or disfigurement and psychological distress in adult childhood cancer survivors. Addressing body
Adolescent cancer survivors may use alcohol and tobacco like their peers, raising concerns due to increased health risks. This study examines the beliefs and behaviors
