Development of health‐related quality of life and symptoms of anxiety and depression among persons diagnosed with cancer during adolescence: a 10‐year follow‐up study

ConclusionsDevelopment of HRQOL and symptoms of anxiety and depression appears to be non‐linear among persons diagnosed with cancer during adolescence. Well into permanent survivorship an increase in symptoms of anxiety is shown and approximately a third of the participants report possible anxiety. The findings indicate the need for: studies designed to pinpoint the times of highest psychological risk, clinical follow‐up focusing on psychological problems, and development of effective psychological interventions for survivors of adolescent cancer. © 2015 The Authors. Psycho‐Oncology published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

Source: Psycho-Oncology - September 10, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Malin Ander, Helena Grönqvist, Martin Cernvall, Gunn Engvall, Mariann Hedström, Gustaf Ljungman, Johan Lyhagen, Elisabet Mattsson, Louise Essen Tags: Paper Source Type: research