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The relationship between the positive aspects of caring and the personal growth of caregivers of patients with advanced oncological illness Postraumattic growth and caregiver

Objective Examine the relationship between the positive aspects of care and the personal growth of caregivers of patients with advanced oncological illness. Methods This research was a quantitative study with a transversal design. One hundred (100) informal caregivers filled out self-applied questionnaire on resilience, aspects of care, emotional distress, spirituality, and posttraumatic growth. Descriptive statistics were applied to the data, later correlation, and regression, and comparative analyses were conducted.

Tue, 08/04/2020 - 10:32

The influence of psychological factors on the burden of caregivers of patients with advanced cancer: Resiliency and caregiver burden

Objective: The aim of our study was to identify the influence of such psychological factors as emotional intelligence and perceived competence on caregiver burden in those who care for patients with advanced cancer.; Method: A total of 50 informal caregivers completed self-report assessments of resilience, perceived competence, emotional regulation, positive aspects of care, emotional distress, and burden. We conducted a quantitative study with a cross-sectional design. Descriptive statistics were obtained.

Wed, 02/06/2019 - 12:24