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Understanding Young Adult Cancer Survivors' Engagement with Cancer Storylines in Entertainment Media Narratives.
Collins, Meredith K Reffner; Lazard, Allison J; Dillman Carpentier, Francesca; Comello, Maria Leonora; Benedict, Catherine; Kent, Erin E; Yu, Clara.
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  • Collins MKR; Section of Pediatric Population Science, Outcomes, and Disparities Research, Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA.
  • Lazard AJ; Hussman School of Journalism and Media, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA.
  • Dillman Carpentier F; Hussman School of Journalism and Media, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA.
  • Comello ML; Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina at, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA.
  • Benedict C; Hussman School of Journalism and Media, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA.
  • Kent EE; Hussman School of Journalism and Media, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA.
  • Yu C; Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, California, USA.
J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol ; 2024 May 14.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38743637
ABSTRACT

Purpose:

Some young adult cancer survivors (YACS; ages 18-39) struggle to incorporate their cancer experiences into their identities. Using stories, or narratives, is a new approach that could help YACS to integrate cancer and their identity. These stories offer opportunities to experience perspectives outside of oneself, which can build validation and self-compassion. However, little is known about whether stories about cancer (i.e., the threat itself) are beneficial.

Method:

YACS completed an online survey about their engagement with cancer storylines in entertainment media narratives (e.g., books, movies, and television shows). They also described their reactions to encountering these storylines in entertainment media.

Results:

Participants (n = 108) were primarily White. Participants who sought cancer storylines reported a more positive impact of cancer on their sense of purpose and identity. Among YACS who had completed treatment, cancer storylines were sought after treatment more than during treatment. In addition, compared with their peers, participants who identified as Black reported greater cancer storyline seeking both during and after treatment. Nearly half of participants (n = 45, 47.4%) described reactions to cancer-related storylines as positive or mixed, primarily owing to feelings of inspiration or validation.

Conclusion:

Consuming cancer storylines can offer some benefits for YACS, especially among those finished with treatment and those who identify as Black. However, not all YACS responded positively, so future research should investigate which YACS could benefit most from cancer-related storylines. Nonetheless, entertainment media narratives represent a novel approach to supporting YACS' integration of cancer into their identity.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Estados Unidos Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Estados Unidos Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos