Emerging Issues Among Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors

To review the characteristics of cancer in the adolescence and young adult age group; the medical, psychosocial and behavioral late effects; survivorship care planning and transition; current research priorities; and practice implications. Published articles, research studies and position statements...

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Published in:Seminars in oncology nursing 2015-02, Vol.31 (1), p.53-59
Main Authors: Patterson, Pandora, McDonald, Fiona E.J., Zebrack, Brad, Medlow, Sharon
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adaptation, Psychological
Adolescent
Age Factors
Continuity of Patient Care - organization & administration
Female
Health Services Needs and Demand
Humans
Male
Neoplasms - mortality
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - therapy
Nursing
Patient Care Team - organization & administration
Psychology
Psychosocial
Quality of Life
Risk Assessment
survivor
Survivors - psychology
Survivors - statistics & numerical data
Transition to Adult Care - organization & administration
Treatment Outcome
Young Adult
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Summary:To review the characteristics of cancer in the adolescence and young adult age group; the medical, psychosocial and behavioral late effects; survivorship care planning and transition; current research priorities; and practice implications. Published articles, research studies and position statements. Survivors of cancers that occurred during adolescence and young adulthood (AYA) are confronted with the dual demands of managing their transition to independent adulthood, concurrently with their transition from cancer patient to cancer survivors, with an associated reduction in support from medical services. AYA survivors also face complex medical, psychosocial and behavioral late effects, including fertility and mental health issues. An understanding of the impact of cancer diagnoses among this age group, including survivors' abilities to reintegrate into ‘normal’ life and potential long term consequences, is necessary to provide the best support. This care and support can be enhanced through multidisciplinary teams who work together to address the medical and psychosocial needs of AYAs diagnosed with cancer.
ISSN:0749-2081
1878-3449
DOI:10.1016/j.soncn.2014.11.006