understanding the psychosocial impact of cancer in adolescence and young adulthood: a mixed-methods assessment of the perspectives of patients, survivors, and healthcare professionals
abstract
the goal was to assess the perceived ability of healthcare professionals to discuss adolescent and
young adult oncology (ayao) specific issues, and the use of a documentary film as awareness
and teaching tool. healthcare professionals and 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛
(n = 81) were recruited during training
sessions at three canadian cancer centres and invited to complete a brief questionnaire before
and after viewing a documentary film depicting an outdoor expedition for aya cancer patients.
demographics, work experience, and self-perceived ayao knowledge was assessed pre-film.
understanding of ayao needs, emotions, and life issues was queried using a 5-pt ordinal scale
and using open-ended questions both pre- and post-film. post-film, respondents were asked to
reflect on whether they had learned anything new (yes/no). medical staff and 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛
reported a
statistically significant increase in understanding of ayao emotions, needs, and life issues from
pre- to post-film, with 96% of the sample reporting they learned something new from viewing
the film. qualitative data support an increased post-film recognition of isolation as a key emotion
and decreased emphasis on the treatment-related concerns as key life issues. notably, the need
for support was well recognized both pre- and post-film. this research provides preliminary
support for the use of film as a teaching tool. further research is warranted to explore short and
long-term benefits from the patient and professional standpoint.