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VOL. 4, ISSUE 5 (2019)
Prevalence of psychological problems among gynecological cancer survivors
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Dr. Shankar Shanmugam R, Revathi R, Bharathi R
Abstract
Introduction: Gynecological cancer clients has remarkable amount of Depression, Anxiety and stress which needs to be addressed. Objectives: To assess the level of depression, anxiety and stress among gynecological cancer survivors. Methods: A Cross‑sectional study of Gynecological cancer survivors (n = 90) conducted. Data were collected by using DASS scale. Results: The prevalence of depression is more in less than 40 years of patients.Depression and Anxiety is more in less educated patients. Late married patients are having more Anxiety and stress. Depression is more in less income patients. Conclusions: The prevalence of Depression, Anxiety and stress were common among Gynecological cancer clients. Psychosocial interventions are required to alleviate the symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress and improve the quality of life.
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Pages:138-142
How to cite this article:
Dr. Shankar Shanmugam R, Revathi R, Bharathi R "Prevalence of psychological problems among gynecological cancer survivors". International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, Vol 4, Issue 5, 2019, Pages 138-142
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