Date of Award
2010
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Program
Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Supervisor
Dr. Angela Mandich
Abstract
The purpose of this qualitative study was to understand the processes survivors of childhood cancer go through with regard to their quality of life (QOL), how they define
QOL, and what factors facilitate and hinder good QOL. Eight survivors participated in semi-structured interviews. Strauss and Corbin's (1990) grounded theory method was used to code and analyze the data.
The core category that emerged was the process of “Managing Impacts and Effects”, which took place when the participants experienced lasting impacts and/or an affected life. This was carried out using three strategies: adopting a positive outlook, adopting a healthy lifestyle, and seeking others. Resources such as community, relationships, and knowledge influenced this process. The result was life enjoyment, or good QOL. The findings of this study provide an understanding of the processes related to QOL of childhood cancer survivors, and have potential implications for survivors, service providers, and future research
Recommended Citation
Tsonis, Miranda Katerina, "QUALITY OF LIFE IN SURVIVORS OF CHILDHOOD CANCER: A GROUNDED THEORY APPROACH" (2010). Digitized Theses. 4888.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/digitizedtheses/4888