When cancer survivors are also caregivers: well-being of “dual-role” cancer survivors

ConclusionsNearly four million cancer survivors in the USA are concomitant caregivers. Individuals with dual roles reported diminished well-being across a variety of measures than caregivers only.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsSignificant unmet health and psychosocial needs exist among individuals with dual roles. Our findings urge for increased awareness of this additional role/responsibility in cancer survivors and provide direct evidence for healthcare providers and policymakers to develop substantial support from the structural level.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research