ArticleInternational journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being2025
Living with brain metastasis - a qualitative study of patients' and family members' coping strategies.
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- Unmet support and information needs of relatives of patients with advanced or metastatic breast cancer: results of the BRE-BY-MED study.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Article
- Association between psychological resilience and global health status/quality of life in patients with brain metastases after resection of primary non-small cell lung cancer.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2026Article
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Abstract
backgroundBrain metastases are a serious complication of advanced cancer, often impairing patients' neurological function, quality of life, well-being, and prognosis. They also place a heavy emotional burden on family members. Coping strategies play a crucial role in reducing stress, supporting emotional well-being, and adapting to these challenges. Gaining insight into how patients and families cope is important for developing person- and family-centred interventions.
aimTo explore similarities and differences in coping strategies between patients with newly diagnosed brain metastases and their family members from diagnosis to four months thereafter.
methodsThe study has a qualitative, exploratory, longitudinal design. Between 2019 and 2021, 81 individual interviews were conducted with patients and their family members. Data were analysed using a secondary thematic analysis.
resultsThe analysis revealed two main themes: Willpower - taking control of the mind, and Reframing life - here-and-now versus long-term plans. While patients exhibited willpower and took control over their minds, focusing on the present moment, family members emphasised reframing life by balancing the immediate needs and information seeking with long-term planning.
conclusionsPatients and family members employ distinct coping strategies. Recognising these differences provides a foundation for tailored, person- and family-centred interventions aimed at improving quality of life.
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