Impact of Loneliness on Functioning in Lung Cancer Patients.

Jacek PolańskiWeronika Misiąg Mariusz Chabowski

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

Loneliness is a significant factor affecting the functioning of patients with lung cancer. It increases the risk of anxiety and depression, reduces levels of illness acceptance, reduces levels of constructive coping and increases the risk of malnutrition.

Keyphrases

social support
end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
depressive symptoms
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors