Online Experiences, Internet-Fostered Connection, Resilience, and Adjustment Among Adolescent Siblings of Children With Cancer.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pediatric cancer disrupts the lives of siblings in many ways, including physical separations from family and friends that increase risk for distress. Research suggests that siblings use technology and social media to connect with friends and family and seek social support and interaction. However, this may expose siblings to negative online experiences that can erode self-esteem, reducing resilience.

Objective

This study explored the relationship between online experiences, internet-fostered connection, resilience, and psychosocial health among siblings of children with cancer.

Methods

Participants included adolescent siblings (N = 81; aged 12-17 years) of children with cancer. Most were female (56.8%), and 50.6% represented racially or ethnically minoritiz

SUBMITTER: Wawrzynski SE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11031615 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Feb 01

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature