Metacognitive Processes in Cancer: A Review

Abstract: When diagnosed with cancer, the patients and their family go through emotional turmoil across the different phases: diagnosis, assessment, treatment, and aftercare, which decrease their quality of life and well-being. Previously, many studies have highlighted the association of metacognition with the development and maintenance of mental health conditions. Several recent studies have pointed out the significant role of dysfunctional metacognitive beliefs in the context of chronic disease. Thus, the present study aims to explore the role of metacognitive processes in cancer. The researchers conducted a narrative review of literature using PubMed, Semantic Scholar, and Science Direct. A total of 31 articles were selected and analyzed. This review article established that patients with cancer and caregivers experience metacognitive beliefs, which are associated with emotional distress, and the effectiveness of metacognitive therapy in reducing distress. This study also provides insight into the broader scope to advance research in this field.

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Deutsche Nationalbibliothek Frankfurt am Main
Extent
Online-Ressource
Language
Englisch

Bibliographic citation
Metacognitive Processes in Cancer: A Review ; day:24 ; month:04 ; year:2023
Indian journal of medical & paediatric oncology ; (24.04.2023)

Contributor
Rashmi, Rekha
Vanlalhruaii, Chhakchhuak

DOI
10.1055/s-0043-1768050
URN
urn:nbn:de:101:1-2023060810470812117795
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Open Access; Der Zugriff auf das Objekt ist unbeschränkt möglich.
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  • Vanlalhruaii, Chhakchhuak

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