Preferences for exercise and physical activity support in adolescent and young adult cancer survivors: a cross-sectional survey.

Scott C AdamsAnika PetrellaCatherine M SabistonMadison F VaniAbha GuptaLinda TrinhAndrew G MatthewRobert J HamiltonDaniel Santa Mina

Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2021)

AYAs have a great capacity and interest in specific types of PA support. Poor engagement with existing PA support services highlights the need for further AYA-specific research. Better understanding of AYAs' unique PA behaviour and support preferences can inform the development of urgently needed research and support services for this understudied and rapidly growing population.

Keyphrases

young adults
physical activity
healthcare
mental health
primary care
body mass index
high intensity
depressive symptoms
childhood cancer