"I won't get to live my life the way I planned it": A qualitative analysis of the experiences of adolescents and young adults with advanced cancer.

Krysta S BartonAngela SteineckCasey A WalshNancy LauMaeve B O'DonnellAbby R Rosenberg

Published in: Pediatric blood & cancer (2023)

Pediatric AYAs with advanced cancer describe unique challenges. Psychological support interventions are needed to empower AYAs to navigate difficult decisions and to cope with isolation.

Keyphrases

advanced cancer
palliative care
physical activity
young adults
mental health
middle aged
sleep quality
depressive symptoms