A Qualitative Exploration of Prostate Cancer Survivors Experiencing Psychological Distress: Loss of Self, Function, Connection, and Control

Lauren Matheson; Johana Nayoan; Carol Rivas; Jo Brett; Penny Wright; Hugh Butcher; Anna Gavin; Adam Glaser; Eila Watson; Richard Wagland

doi:10.1188/20.ONF.318-330

A Qualitative Exploration of Prostate Cancer Survivors Experiencing Psychological Distress: Loss of Self, Function, Connection, and Control

Lauren Matheson, Johana Nayoan, Carol Rivas, Jo Brett, Penny Wright, Hugh Butcher, Anna Gavin, Adam Glaser, Eila Watson, Richard Wagland

Queen's University Belfast

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Abstract

PURPOSE: To explore the experiences of men with prostate cancer identified as having psychological distress and to identify factors influencing distress.

PARTICIPANTS &AMP; SETTING: 28 men with prostate cancer diagnosed 18-42 months earlier, identified as having psychological distress on survey measures.

METHODOLOGIC APPROACH: Semistructured telephone interviews were conducted. Thematic analysis using a framework approach was used.

FINDINGS: Men with psychological distress had strong perceptions of loss toward self (identity, sexuality/masculinity, self-confidence), function (physical activities), connection (relational, social, community), and control (future, emotional). Psychological vulnerability appeared heightened in particular groups of men. Maladaptive strategies of emotional concealment, help-seeking avoidance, and withdrawal appeared to contribute to distress.

IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Distress in men with prostate cancer is multifaceted. Men with distress should be identified and offered support. Nurse- or peer-led interventions are required.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	318-330
Journal	Oncology Nursing Forum
Volume	47
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1188/20.ONF.318-330
Publication status	Published - 01 May 2020

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