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Patient Perceptions of an Intervention for Cancer Distress and Traumatic Stress Symptoms: A Qualitative Analysis

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  • Lori M. Rhudy
  • Kristine A. Donovan
  • Renee Foster
  • Adam Perlman
  • Aaron Spaulding
  • Shehzad Niazi
  • Cindy Tofthagen

Abstract

This study aimed to explore contextual elements of the cancer experience that are consistently distressing and/or psychologically traumatic, as well as explore perceptions of Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART®) and its influence on the cancer experience. Using a qualitative descriptive design, semi-structured interviews were completed by 12 participants following the completion of ART. Interview data were analyzed using content analysis to identify major themes and patterns. Four themes included: (a) Cancer as the straw that broke the camel’s back, (b) ART® is different from previous therapy, (c) Don’t need to always be looking in the rearview mirror, and (d) Importance of early psychological intervention. Participants perceived that ART® was different and potentially more effective than other types of therapy they had previously received. Results support the diagnosis of cancer and the cumulative effects of previous life events and cancer-related stressors as traumatic events.

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  • Lori M. Rhudy & Kristine A. Donovan & Renee Foster & Adam Perlman & Aaron Spaulding & Shehzad Niazi & Cindy Tofthagen, 2025. "Patient Perceptions of an Intervention for Cancer Distress and Traumatic Stress Symptoms: A Qualitative Analysis," Clinical Nursing Research, , vol. 34(2), pages 71-78, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:clnure:v:34:y:2025:i:2:p:71-78
    DOI: 10.1177/10547738241301895
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