Body image satisfaction among male military veterans with cancer

Impaired body satisfaction is commonly reported among cancer patients. This study prospectively evaluated body image disturbance among male military veterans with head and neck or colorectal cancer. Patients (N = 109) completed measures at three points post-diagnosis. Results showed about one-third...

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Published in:Journal of health psychology 2019-06, Vol.24 (7), p.909-917
Main Authors: Raggio, Greer A, Naik, Aanand D, Moye, Jennifer
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Body image
Body image disturbances
Cancer
Colorectal cancer
Head & neck cancer
Medical diagnosis
Men
Psychosocial factors
Self image
Social support
Veterans
Weight loss
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Summary:Impaired body satisfaction is commonly reported among cancer patients. This study prospectively evaluated body image disturbance among male military veterans with head and neck or colorectal cancer. Patients (N = 109) completed measures at three points post-diagnosis. Results showed about one-third of participants reporting body-related concerns. Endorsement did not change significantly during the study period. Predictors of worse body satisfaction included younger age, lower education, less social support, and weight loss. Results indicate a substantial minority of men with cancer endorsing body image disturbance, and highlight psychosocial circumstances and weight change as key considerations.
ISSN:1359-1053
1461-7277
DOI:10.1177/1359105317690035