Author:
Vlooswijk Carla,Janssen Silvie H. M.,van de Poll-Franse Lonneke V.,Bijlsma Rhodé,Kaal Suzanne E. J.,Kerst J. Martijn,Tromp Jacqueline M.,Bos Monique E. M. M.,Lalisang Roy I.,Nuver Janine,Kouwenhoven Mathilde C. M.,van der Graaf Winette T. A.,Husson Olga
Abstract
AbstractThe health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among long-term Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors (AYACS) and an age- and sex-matched normative population was examined. Although the HRQoL of AYACS was worse compared to the normative population before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, the scores of AYACS improved over time in contrast to the normative population. Presumably, AYACS are used to adjusting their lives to stressful life events. Furthermore, the lockdown may have been beneficial for AYACS who face difficulties fully participating in society due to the impact of cancer. AYACS who encounter HRQoL issues could benefit from support interventions to empower them and build resilience.
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Health Information Management,Health Informatics