Association between perceived social support and post-traumatic growth among female thyroid cancer survivors: the chain mediating role of psychological resilience and coping strategies.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The incidence of thyroid cancer has exhibited a steady upward trajectory, with women being more prevalent than men. Meanwhile, female thyroid cancer survivors are more prone to encountering negative psychological issues. Post-traumatic growth (PTG), a key element of positive psychology, has not been extensively studied in female thyroid cancer survivors, with unclear development pathways. This study aimed to investigate the correlates of PTG in female thyroid cancer survivors, including perceived social support, psychological resilience, and coping strategies.

Methods

Six hundred and thirty-five female thyroid cancer survivors were included in this cross-sectional study. Data were collected using an online questionnaire comprising demographic information and sca

SUBMITTER: Lyu Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12535981 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature