Occupational Engagement in Low-Income Latina Breast Cancer Survivors/ Alix G. Sleight
Creator: Sleight, Alix G.
Material type: ArticleContent type: Media type: Carrier type: Subject(s): Teràpia Ocupacional | Càncer de mama | Supervivents de càncer | Marginació social | Pobresa | Qualitat de vida | Participació ocupacional | Hispanics or latinos | Activity engagementOnline resources: Accés restringit usuaris EUIT In: American Journal of Occupational Therapy 2017 MAR-ABR; 71 (2):Summary: OBJECTIVE. This qualitative study examined the experience of occupational engagement in low-income Latina breast cancer survivors and suggests the potential for occupational therapy practitioners to improve health outcomes in this vulnerable and underserved population. METHOD. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 9 participants. Inductive analysis was used to code for themes and patterns related to occupational engagement and quality of life (QOL). RESULTS. Lack of occupational engagement negatively affected QOL, but participation in occupations such as religious activity and caregiving promoted well-being. Financial concerns and communication barriers decreased QOL. CONCLUSION. Breast cancer can have a negative impact on occupational engagement in low-income Latina breast cancer survivors; however, some occupations may increase QOL. Socioeconomic status and cultural values influence occupational engagement and QOL. Occupational therapy practitioners can improve health outcomes in this population through awareness of relevant sociocultural factors and attention to appropriate patient communication.Item type | Current library | Collection | Call number | URL | Status | Notes | Date due | Barcode | |
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Journal article | Escola Universitària d'Infermeria i Teràpia Ocupacional de Terrassa Internet | En línia | Text complet | Not for loan | Consulta en línia | 0000003361740 |
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