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Supporting a Young Adult with Social Anxiety Disorder and Improving Engagement in Cancer Care: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients with cancer often demonstrate suboptimal engagement in cancer care due to a host of logistical, developmental, and psychological factors. This clinical case study of a young adult (YA) with cancer highlights the multiple ways in which social anxiety disorder (SAD) impacted a YA's engagement in cancer care. The case study also details the use of an evidence-based treatment for SAD to support behavioral change. Identification and receipt of timely evidence-based psychological intervention for SAD have the potential to improve AYA well-being and enhance cancer care engagement.

Source: Journal of Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology

DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2024.0030

Authors: Elizabeth S. Ver Hoeve, Alexandra M. Psihogios, Tara K. Torres, Jolene Jacquart

Institutions: University of Wisconsin–Madison, University of Arizona, Northwestern University

Language: English

Topic: Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life

Subfield: Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4401513917

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