Validation of the Lee-Jones theoretical model of fear of cancer recurrence among breast cancer survivors using a structural equation modeling approach.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The Lee-Jones model posits that antecedent individual and interpersonal factors predicate the development of fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) through cognitive and emotional processing, which further to behavioral, emotional, and/or physiological responses. We analyzed data from FoRtitude, a FCR intervention grounded in the Lee-Jones FCR model, to evaluate associations between FCR antecedents, resources (e.g., breast cancer self-efficacy, BCSE) and psychological and behavioral consequences.

Methods

Women with breast cancer who completed treatment and reported clinically elevated levels of FCR were randomized into a 4-week online psychosocial intervention or contact control group. We assessed BCSE, FCR, and physical activity, anxiety and depression, or symptoms at ba

SUBMITTER: Lucas AR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10107857 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature