Different effects between the current capability of and changes in self-management strategies on improving health behavior and psychological health after 6 months: evidence from a prospective cohort study of patients with cancer.

SMASH baseline and change scores were generally associated with practicing cancer patients' health behaviors, lower depression, and anxiety. However, it is necessary to consider that excessively using the positive-reframing strategy would interfere with practicing a balanced diet and stopping smoking and drinking behaviors.