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Coping and Psycho-Social Problems in Mothers of Children With Cancer: A Qualitative Study in Turkey

, PhD, RN, , PhD, RNORCID Icon & , PhD, RNORCID Icon
Pages 149-168 | Received 11 Nov 2022, Accepted 06 Jan 2023, Published online: 11 Jan 2023
 

Abstract

It is a difficult and unpleasant experience for mothers to observe and endure their child’s suffering illness, especially when the child is afflicted by an incurable disease such as cancer. This study aimed to better understand the psycho-social problems in mothers of children with cancer. This a qualitative phenomenological study. The sample consisted of a total of 15 mothers. The study determined three main themes: “first reactions of the mothers when they learned the diagnosis of their child,” “the effects of the disease on mothers,” “increased support factors.” It is recommended that mothers be supported emotionally and spiritually.

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