The Effects of Cancer on Romantic and Sexual Relationships for Young People Entering Adulthood
Prof Doc Thesis
Rowe, P. 2018. The Effects of Cancer on Romantic and Sexual Relationships for Young People Entering Adulthood. Prof Doc Thesis University of East London School of Psychology https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.874zw
Authors | Rowe, P. |
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Type | Prof Doc Thesis |
Abstract | In the UK, approximately 2600 adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged 15-29 are diagnosed with cancer each year (Cancer Research UK, 2018), and improved prognosis rates has led to more focus on ‘survivorship’. Current literature suggests that AYAs’ romantic relationships are a significant source of support during cancer, but that dealing with the disease can also exacerbate conflict. Young people may re-evaluate their life and change their priorities, which can either hasten the end of poor quality relationships or bring couples closer together. |
Keywords | Canceradolescent; neoplasm; survivorship; AYA; young adult; adolescent; romantic relationships; sexual relationships; post-traumatic growth; mental health; psychosocial |
Year | 2018 |
Publisher | University of East London |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.15123/uel.874zw |
File | License File Access Level Anyone |
Publication dates | |
May 2018 | |
Publication process dates | |
Deposited | 21 Nov 2019 |
https://repository.uel.ac.uk/item/874zw
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