"The Biopsychosocial Effects of Cancer: How Disease Progression Influences Patient Mental Well-being"
1. Jnanika C, Saarda Vilas College Of Pharmacy, Student, India
2. Kishan K, Sarada Vilas College Of Pharmacy, Student, India
Cancer significantly affects individuals biologically,
psychologically, and socially. Treatments such as chemotherapy and surgery
often lead to physiological issues including fatigue, pain, and immune
dysfunction. Concomitantly, patients face mental health challenges such as
depression, anxiety, and emotional trauma, exacerbated by uncertainty in
disease prognosis. Despite advances in treatment, psychosocial aspects of care
are frequently overlooked. This paper synthesizes case-based evidence to
underline the importance of biopsychosocial care in oncology and calls for
integrated healthcare strategies that address all dimensions of patient
wellness.
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Cancer treatment must transcend biological intervention. Biopsychosocial strategies can enhance patient well-being, improve treatment adherence, and elevate quality of life. Future research should investigate socioeconomic and cultural factors influencing psychological outcomes in oncology. This biopsychosocial model offers a framework for understanding the full impact of a cancer patients. It highlights the need for integrated approach in the oncology that goes beyond the physical treatment to include psychological support, Family involvement and social care. Future research should continue to explore the role of the cultural, familial, and socioeconomic factors in shaping patients biopsychosocial responses to cancer.
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Jnanika C and Kishan K contributed equally to study design, data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation. Patients who permitted case documentation.
This research received no external funding.
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The authors declare that there are no conflicts of interest regarding the publication of this paper. The research was conducted independently, and no financial or personal relationships influenced the findings or interpretation of the data.
The authors would like to express their sincere gratitude to the faculty and staff of Sarada Vilas College of Pharmacy for their continuous support and guidance throughout the research. We are also thankful to the patients and their families who provided consent and shared their experiences, making this study possible. Special thanks to the library and research department for access to valuable resources and to our peers for their constructive feedback during manuscript development
The data supporting the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request. The case studies presented in this manuscript are based on previously published articles and anonymized patient data extracted from secondary sources. Due to ethical considerations and confidentiality agreements, individual-level data (including interview transcripts and psychological assessments) are not publicly available. Any requests for additional data will be reviewed and granted where appropriate, in compliance with institutional and ethical guidelines