The Institute of Cancer and Crisis – Cancer as Crisis: The Critical Elements of Adjustment
The Institute of Cancer and Crisis (ICC) posted on LinkedIn:
“Cancer is a crisis. Combine it with other life crises, and it becomes an absolute challenge.
A study published over 40 years ago in Nursing Research (1982) titled “Cancer as Crisis: The Critical Elements of Adjustment” explored the deep psychological toll of cancer—particularly in women facing breast or gynecological diagnoses.
The study followed female patients over 20 months, measuring depression and body image changes. While some patients (e.g., breast biopsy and mastectomy groups) showed signs of adaptation, others—especially those with gynecological cancers—experienced worsening psychological states even long after treatment.
The findings emphasized that cancer is not just a medical condition—it’s an emotional and existential crisis with long-term implications for mental health and identity.
Fast forward to today, and the message still resonates: We must treat the person, not just the disease. Mental health support, empathetic communication, and holistic care models are not optional—they’re essential.”
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