Experiences of young adults affected by cancer within an 8-week yoga intervention delivered by videoconference: a qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Yoga may reduce negative cancer- and treatment-related effects and help improve a range of outcomes, including flexibility, mindfulness, and quality of life among adults affected by cancer. Yet there is little evidence for the role of yoga among young adults (18-39 years) affected by cancer.

Purpose

The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of young adults affected by cancer in an 8-week yoga intervention delivered by videoconference.

Methods

Young adults who were diagnosed with cancer between the ages of 18 and 39 years, at any stage of the cancer trajectory, who were living in Canada, and who completed an 8-week yoga intervention were approached to complete a semi-structured interview. A social constructivist paradigm was adopted. Interview

SUBMITTER: McLaughlin E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10829813 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature