A Systematic Mixed-Studies Review of Hope Experiences in Parents of Children With Cancer
BACKGROUNDHope is negatively associated with parental psychosocial distress and psychological maladjustment as well as an important aspect of emotional well-being and coping for adults with cancer and their caregivers. Yet, little is known about hope experiences of parents of children with cancer. O...
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| Published in: | Cancer nursing Vol. 45; no. 1; pp. E43 - E58 |
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| Main Authors: | , , , , , |
| Format: | Journal Article |
| Language: | English |
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United States
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
01-01-2022
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| Summary: | BACKGROUNDHope is negatively associated with parental psychosocial distress and psychological maladjustment as well as an important aspect of emotional well-being and coping for adults with cancer and their caregivers. Yet, little is known about hope experiences of parents of children with cancer.
OBJECTIVEThe aim of this study was to comprehensively describe hope experiences in parents of children with cancer using a systematic mixed-studies review.
INTERVENTION/METHODSPsych INFO, PubMed, Academic Search Premier, and CINAHL databases were used to retrieve articles published in English between January 2005 and October 2019. Using the systematic mixed-studies review convergent design, qualitative and quantitative data were collected and extracted followed by qualitative synthesis. Seventeen articles met the inclusion criteria. Exclusion criteria were systematic reviews, nonresearch articles, case reports, and abstracts.
RESULTSHope is a fundamental source of strength and inner guidance for parents. Findings suggest that hope is negatively correlated with parental psychological distress symptoms and coping dysfunctions. Religiosity, spirituality, and adequate provider-parent communication may strengthen hope in parents.
CONCLUSIONParental hope may help minimize psychological distress and maladjustment after a child’s cancer diagnosis. Open communication channels between providers and parents are critical in preserving hope. An understanding of religiosity, spirituality, optimism, and sociodemographic variables may inform parental psychosocial interventions.
IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICEEarly identification of parents with psychological distress is critical as they may struggle more in the absence of hope. Targeted psychosocial interventions may help parents of children with cancer cope better. Ongoing assessments of spiritual needs may be important in sustaining hope. |
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| Bibliography: | ObjectType-Article-2 SourceType-Scholarly Journals-1 ObjectType-Feature-3 content type line 23 ObjectType-Review-1 |
| ISSN: | 0162-220X 1538-9804 |
| DOI: | 10.1097/NCC.0000000000000841 |