“You nearly feel a little bit like you’ve less right to grieve”: a qualitative study on the impact of cancer on adult siblings

ConclusionsCancer organizations and support services should focus on signposting services for siblings in order to ensure they can access support. Further research is needed with siblings to gain greater insight into what supports siblings feel are available for them to access, whether there are any for them to access or how supports can be improved.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsThe provision of appropriate psychological support for siblings of cancer patients will ensure they can provide optimal support and care to their siblings. This will in turn benefit cancer patients along their cancer trajectory as adequate support from their caregivers will enhance their quality of life.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research