Helping children cope with a mother's breast cancer diagnosis: 'The telling box' - A pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Discussing cancer with children presents challenges. Evidence underscores the importance of transparent communication in aiding children's coping mechanisms amidst a parent's diagnosis. 'The telling box' intervention was developed to assist mothers in discussing cancer with their children. This study aimed to explore nurses' and mothers' perspectives on the 'telling box'.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six oncology nurses and five mothers diagnosed with breast cancer to assess their experiences and opinions regarding 'the telling box'.

Results and conclusion

Both nurses and mothers emphasize the significance of open communication with children. Nurses identified 'the telling box' as a valuable resource for starting discussions about c

SUBMITTER: de Vos-Houben JMJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11535376 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature