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Review
. 2017 Nov;101(6):1099-1113.
doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2017.06.005. Epub 2017 Aug 18.

Anxiety and Depression in Cancer Survivors

Jean C Yi  1 , Karen L Syrjala  2
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Review

Anxiety and Depression in Cancer Survivors

Jean C Yi et al. Med Clin North Am. 2017 Nov.

Abstract

Most cancer survivors adjust well to life after cancer but some experience persisting negative mood, such as cancer-related fears, posttraumatic stress, anxiety, or depression. Mood fluctuations may not reach criteria for a clinical diagnosis but subclinical symptoms can interfere with quality of life. Women, adolescents, and young adults are particularly at risk for mood disturbances. Behavioral interventions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and pharmacologic treatments, can effectively treat these distressing emotions. Much of the research on managing emotional needs after cancer has been completed with breast cancer survivors and more work is needed with diverse groups of survivors.

Keywords: Anxiety; Cancer survivors; Depression; Distress.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure Statement: Both authors have no financial disclosures to report.

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