Social-Emotional Functioning in Preschool-Aged Children With Cancer: Comparisons Between Children With Brain and Non-CNS Solid Tumors.
Victoria W WillardMallorie L GordonBethany MeansRachel C BrennanHeather M ConklinThomas E MerchantAnna VinitskyJennifer L HarmanPublished in: Journal of pediatric psychology (2021)
Preschool-aged children with cancer may experience weaknesses in social functioning shortly after treatment, with youth with brain tumors potentially demonstrating greater concerns. Emphasizing social interaction is critical to ensure young children have the opportunity to develop critical social-emotional skills.