Meta-integration of qualitative studies of psychological experiences of children with a breast cancer mother
10.3761/j.issn.0254-1769.2024.08.016
- VernacularTitle:乳腺癌患者的青少年子女心理体验质性研究的Meta整合
- Author:
Qian ZHANG
1
;
Wenjuan GAO
;
Jing HAN
Author Information
1. 221004 徐州市 徐州医科大学护理学院
- Keywords:
Breast Neoplasms;
Children;
Psychological Experience;
Qualitative Research;
Meta-Synthesis
- From:
Chinese Journal of Nursing
2024;59(8):1005-1012
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To systematically evaluate qualitative studies on the experiences related to the integration of children with a breast cancer mother and to provide a basis for further family rehabilitation interventions.Methods We searched databases including the PubMed,Web of Science,the Cochrane Library,Embase,CINAHL,Joanna Briggs Institute(JBI),CNKI,Wanfang database,VIP Database and CBM to collect qualitative research on the experience or feelings of children after their mothers suffered from breast cancer.The retrieval period was from the establishment of the database to October 2022.The quality of the included studies was evaluated based on Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Tool for qualitative research(2020 edition).The results were integrated by the method of aggregative integration.Results A total of 10 papers were included,and 49 outcomes were extracted into 10 categories and synthesised into 4 integrated outcomes:being aware of the changes and new needs brought about by breast cancer;experiencing negative emotions and genetic worries;trying to cope with life after mother's breast cancer;discovering the positivity that comes from breast cancer.Conclusion Healthcare professionals should pay attention to the psychological experience of children with a breast cancer mother and provide appropriate psychological support and health education to promote their positive adjustment,thereby facilitating the recovery of breast cancer families.
