Numerous studies have demonstrated an association between coping strategies and better
quality of life after breast cancer. Because younger women consistently show greater …

Background: Transactional models of stress emphasize the role of appraisal of stress in
adjustment to illness. The current qualitative study uses this framework to explore the …

BACKGROUND Previous research indicates that younger women (ie,≤ 50) with breast
carcinoma experience greater emotional distress than older women (ie,> 50) and that …

The present study used structural equation modeling to examine the relationships among
disease stage (ie Stage II versus Stage IV), age, coping style, and psychological adjustment …

With 5-year cancer survival rates increasing and breast cancer appearing in one of eight
women in the United States, health-care providers need to become aware of issues common …

This study examined possible predictors of adjustment to breast cancer. Sixty‐one women
participated soon after they were diagnosed with Stage I or Stage II breast cancer. Measures …

It is generally assumed that coping strategies impact quality of life (QOL). It is plausible that
QOL determines use of coping strategies. This research examines coping strategies over …

Women who are diagnosed with breast cancer are at high risk for experiencing affective
distress; however, previous research suggests that older women may be less likely than …

Purpose To explore the coping strategies women use to cope with the side effects and
distress of chemotherapy for breast cancer. Methods Twenty women with breast cancer who …

This study explored distress and coping strategies during and after breast cancer treatment.
Open ended interview questions were used to explore stress and coping across the illness …