Exploring the Psychosocial Needs of Adolescents Whose Parent Is Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

Linda Hertogh; Mandy van Rosmalen; Agnes Jager; Janneke de Man-van Ginkel; Wendy H. Oldenmenger

doi:10.1016/j.soncn.2023.151475

Exploring the Psychosocial Needs of Adolescents Whose Parent Is Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

Linda Hertogh^*
, Mandy van Rosmalen
, Agnes Jager
, Janneke de Man-van Ginkel
, Wendy H. Oldenmenger

^*Corresponding author for this work

Medical Oncology

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Leiden University Medical Centre
University Medical Centre Utrecht

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Abstract

Purpose:

Cancer has a major impact on the individual patient and their family, especially children. However, little is known about the needs of adolescents (10–19 years) whose parent is diagnosed with cancer, especially breast cancer. Insights into psychosocial needs are important to develop appropriate guidance and support for these adolescents. The aim of this study is to explore the psychosocial needs of adolescents whose parent is diagnosed with breast cancer to improve the support for these adolescents.

Data sources:

This is an exploratory, qualitative study. In-depth interviews were conducted, and an interview guide was designed with the following topics: experiences, needs, and support. Participants were selected purposively and approached via the parent(s) after consultation. Interviews were audiotaped, transcribed, and thematically analyzed by using the software program NVivo.

Conclusion:

Fourteen adolescents (12–19 years) were interviewed, which resulted in five themes: distraction, support, being able to talk about it, information, and continuing a normal life. Adolescents whose parent is diagnosed with breast cancer need the best possible preservation of their normal lives. It is important for them to be able to share their story and find support from someone close to them. Implication for Nursing Practice: The route to the adolescent is always through the parent. Healthcare professionals can discuss the well-being of the adolescent during regular consultation with the parent. If there are concerns, healthcare professionals can advise the parent about the possible needs of the adolescent and could coach the parent in supporting the adolescent to discuss their needs.

Original language	English
Article number	151475
Journal	Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume	39
Issue number	5
Early online date	24 Aug 2023
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soncn.2023.151475
Publication status	Published - Oct 2023

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Funding Information:
This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors. There were no sources of support in the form of grants, equipment, or drugs. The authors wish to thank the adolescents and their parents who participated in and contributed to the study. They also like to thank the nursing and medical team of breast cancer care at the Erasmus MC Cancer Institute for their feedback on the initial versions of the manuscript.

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© 2023 The Authors

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Exploring the Psychosocial Needs of Adolescents Whose Parent Is Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

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