Men's Lived Experiences of Breast Cancer and Changes in Occupation.

IF 1.3 4区医学 Q3 REHABILITATION Occupational Therapy International Pub Date : 2023-01-01 DOI:10.1155/2023/9641922

Ann Marie Potter, Breanne Bentz, Lindsay Crue, Stephanie Leiby, Sogand Bashi, Kaitlin Maguire, Jacob Meyers, Kelsey Mieczkowski

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Abstract

Introduction: Male breast cancer is rare and frequently diagnosed at later stages of disease with low survival rates. There is a lack of knowledge of how breast cancer impacts men's occupations.

Objectives: This study is aimed at understanding the lived experiences of men with breast cancer and their changes in occupation. Methodology. Twenty-four men with breast cancer participated in semistructured phone interviews. Data was open-coded and analyzed for themes. Findings. The six major themes are as follows: (1) death as a reality, (2) unique personal insights, (3) social environment, (4) interactions with the healthcare system, (5) decreased engagement in occupations, and (6) finding meaning in new occupations.

Conclusion: The healthcare team can improve the patient experience by discussing and responding to the client's experience throughout the diagnosis, intervention, and survival continuum. The scope of occupational therapy is well suited to address the needs of men with breast cancer to maintain optimal levels of functioning.

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简介:男性乳腺癌是罕见的，经常在疾病晚期诊断，生存率低。关于乳腺癌如何影响男性职业的知识还很缺乏。目的:本研究旨在了解男性乳腺癌患者的生活经历及其职业变化。方法。24名患有乳腺癌的男性参加了半结构化的电话采访。数据是开放编码的，并根据主题进行分析。发现。六个主要主题如下:(1)死亡是一个现实;(2)独特的个人见解;(3)社会环境;(4)与医疗保健系统的互动;(5)职业参与度下降;(6)在新职业中寻找意义。结论:医疗团队可以通过讨论和回应患者在诊断、干预和生存过程中的体验来改善患者体验。职业治疗的范围非常适合解决男性乳腺癌患者维持最佳功能水平的需要。

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Occupational Therapy International REHABILITATION-

CiteScore

2.50

自引率

6.70%

发文量

121

审稿时长

>12 weeks

期刊介绍： Occupational Therapy International is a peer-reviewed journal, publishing manuscripts that reflect the practice of occupational therapy throughout the world. Research studies or original concept papers are considered for publication. Priority for publication will be given to research studies that provide recommendations for evidence-based practice and demonstrate the effectiveness of a specific treatment method. Single subject case studies evaluating treatment effectiveness are also encouraged. Other topics that are appropriate for the journal include reliability and validity of clinical instruments, assistive technology, community rehabilitation, cultural comparisons, health promotion and wellness.