The influence of cognitive schemas on the mixed anxiety-depressive symptoms of breast cancer patients.

Ana Cristina BrediceanZorin CrăiniceanuCristina OpreanIoana Alexandra RivișIon PapavăIca SecoșanMirela FrandeșCatalina Giurgi-OncuDaciana Grujic

Published in: BMC women's health (2020)

A correct identification of dysfunctional cognitive schemas and coping mechanisms at the commencement of the combined treatment in breast cancer patients could serve as an indicator for the evolution of their mental health, therefore assisting professionals in establishing the most suitable psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric intervention plan.

Keyphrases

mental health
depressive symptoms
sleep quality
social support
randomized controlled trial
mental illness
smoking cessation