Is advanced cancer associated with demoralization and lower global meaning? The role of tumor stage and physical problems in explaining existential distress in cancer patients.

Abstract

This longitudinal study examines the extent to which global meaning, existential distress in terms of demoralization, and depression are predicted by tumor stage (UICC stages 0-II vs III/IV), palliative treatment, and physical problems in cancer patients. ?

Bibliographical data

Original languageEnglish
Article number1
ISSN1057-9249
Publication statusPublished - 2012
pubmed 21061407