Abstract

POZO MUNOZ, Carmen et al. Psychosocial consequences of childhood cancer, social support and health in families affected. rev.latinoam.psicol. [online]. 2015, vol.47, n.2, pp.93-101. ISSN 0120-0534.

The purpose of this study is to analyze the psychosocial impact on parents generated by childhood cancer. An evaluation was carried out in variables related to physical and psychological symptoms, and the role of perceived social support in their health. The sample consisted of 51 parents that belonged to an association of affected families from Almeria (Spain), who answered a semi-structured questionnaire sent by post. Although these parents showed fatigue, headaches and nervousness, they did not particularly give negative scores for perceived health and satisfaction with life. There are significant differences between stressful situations related to this illness and health and well-being of participants. Perceived social support of the family unit has a significant impact on health. Regression analyses allow contrasting the relevance of the variables associated with stress and social support of the parents and children on the perception of symptoms and well-being. These results indicate the importance of continuing to analyze in depth the psychosocial factors that have an impact on the families affected, in order to facilitate their adaptation to the disease and minimize the impact it may have on health. © 2015, Konrad Lorenz University Foundation.

Keywords : Mood; Tobacco; Adolescents.

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