Emotions and concerns of Filipino female middle-aged breast cancer patients
Date of Publication
2001
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department/Unit
Psychology
Abstract/Summary
This study aimed to describe the emotions and concerns of Filipino middle-aged female breast cancer patients. It focused on their initial reaction, their emotions months/years after their diagnosis, their present concerns and reported reasons for experiencing such. Eleven breast cancer patients were interviewed with the use of an interview guide. Data gathered were then analyzed qualitatively. From this, patterns and themes were produced. Results showed that initial reactions experienced by breast cancer patients were generally the same. These emotions differed only after a certain lapse of time. The differences were due to the respondents' perception and outlook toward cancer. Emotions such as shock, depression, anxiety, fear, guilt, denial, anger, acceptance, and hope were exhibited. Concerns regarding their loved ones, role as a mother, financial stability, health, recurrence, midlife, discrimination, and physical appearance emerged. However, these concerns varied due to their age, ages of their children, and their socio-economic status.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU10485
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
80 numb. leaves ; Computer print-out.
Recommended Citation
Santos, G., Sy, D., & Tan, J. (2001). Emotions and concerns of Filipino female middle-aged breast cancer patients. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/11635
