“Kind, sensitive, and above all honest”: Long-term cancer survivors’ quality of life and self-advocacy
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
10-23-2015
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Abstract
Long-term survivors of cancer (LTS) are a growing population whose needs differ significantly from patients undergoing cancer treatment. Many LTS suffer from late effects of cancer treatments or symptoms that persist after treatment concludes or appear following remission. This study explored the relationship between LTS perceptions of quality of life with late effects and perceptions of patient self-advocacy through quantitative and qualitative analyses. A negative statistical relationship emerged between the variables. LTS median self-advocacy scores were quite high, reflecting their preference for health-care providers who listen actively, understand patient needs, are knowledgeable and compassionate, and utilize joint decision making.
Recommended Citation
Borofka, K.G.E., Boren, J.P., & Ellingson, L.L. (2015). “Kind, sensitive, and above all honest”: Long-term cancer survivors’ quality of life and self-advocacy. Communication Research Reports, 32, 373-378. doi:10.1080/08824096.2015.1089852
