Psychological interventions for the management of cancer-related fatigue in adults
Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2020
A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating the effectiveness of psychological interventions on cancer-related fatigue. The findings demonstrated robust, statistically significant benefits in reducing fatigue severity among adult patients during and after active treatment.
Mindfulness-based interventions for psychological and physical health outcomes in cancer patients and survivors
Psychooncology 2020
Meta-analysis reviewing the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) on psychological and physical symptoms in cancer populations. MBIs demonstrated moderate to robust effect sizes in improving anxiety, depression, fatigue, and overall quality of life across multiple survivor cohorts.
Psychological interventions for anxiety and depression in adult cancer patients
Jpn J Clin Oncol 2018
Systematic review focused on assessing evidence for the management of anxiety and depression via psychotherapeutic interventions. Revealed strong evidence for cognitive-behavioral therapies significantly alleviating psychological distress during both active oncology treatment and survivorship phases.
Efficacy of interventions for cancer-related fatigue: A meta-analysis
Psychooncology 2018
Large-scale meta-analysis comparing the efficacy of psychological, physical, and combined interventions for cancer-related fatigue. Highlights that while exercise brings strong physical benefits, targeted psychological interventions uniquely improve the cognitive and emotional dimensions of fatigue.
Effects of psycho-oncologic interventions on emotional distress and quality of life in adult patients with cancer
J Clin Oncol 2017
A major systematic review and meta-analysis of psycho-oncologic interventions. Results demonstrated small to medium, yet significant, overall improvements in emotional distress and quality of life across diverse cancer types. Highlighted the role of tailored intervention formats.
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia in cancer patients: A systematic review
Sleep Med Rev 2017
Review examining the effectiveness of CBT-I among cancer survivors experiencing clinical insomnia. Demonstrated robust effect sizes in subjective sleep quality improvements and secondary psychological symptoms, emphasizing CBT-I as a gold-standard psychosocial intervention in oncology.
Psycho-oncologic interventions for adult cancer patients: systematic review and meta-analysis
J Clin Oncol 2013
A foundational meta-analysis summarizing findings from earlier psycho-oncology trials. Confirmed that psychological treatments are highly effective for mitigating depressive and anxious symptomologies, with specific benefits linked to intervention length and theoretical approach.
Mindfulness-based stress reduction for breast cancer—a systematic review and meta-analysis
Curr Oncol 2013
Focused meta-analysis specifically evaluating MBSR within breast cancer populations. Concluded that MBSR provides significant short-term relief from psychological distress, fear of recurrence, and fatigue, advocating its integration into standard supportive care for breast cancer.
Meta-analysis of psychosocial interventions to reduce pain in cancer patients
Cancer 2009
Comprehensive meta-analysis examining the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions for reducing pain in adult cancer patients. The review found moderate effect sizes for psychological approaches including relaxation, imagery, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Results suggest that psychosocial interventions should be considered as adjuncts to pharmacological pain management strategies.
Decision aids for women invited for breast cancer screening
Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2009
Cochrane systematic review evaluating decision aids for women considering breast cancer screening. The review examined randomized controlled trials comparing decision aids against standard information materials. Results showed decision aids improved knowledge and reduced decisional conflict without significantly affecting screening uptake rates.
Systematic review and meta-analysis of psychological interventions for cancer patients
J Clin Oncol 2008
Major systematic review examining the efficacy of psychological interventions for adult cancer patients across multiple outcomes including depression, anxiety, quality of life, and treatment-related symptoms. The meta-analysis included 61 randomized controlled trials with over 6,000 participants. Found significant effects for reducing psychological distress with cognitive-behavioral and supportive therapies showing the strongest evidence base.
Effectiveness of psychoeducational interventions for cancer patients
Psychooncology 2007
Meta-analysis of psychoeducational interventions examining effects on anxiety, depression, and quality of life. The review synthesized evidence from 37 studies and found moderate beneficial effects, with interventions combining education and skills training showing larger effect sizes than education alone.
Psychosocial interventions for reducing fatigue during cancer treatment
Br J Cancer 2007
Systematic review of psychosocial interventions targeting cancer-related fatigue. The analysis included educational, behavioral, and psychological approaches. Found that exercise-based interventions combined with psychoeducation showed the most consistent benefits for fatigue reduction during active treatment.
Psychosocial interventions for depression, anxiety, and quality of life in cancer survivors
Int J Psychiatry Med 2006
Comprehensive meta-analysis of psychosocial interventions for cancer survivors focusing on long-term psychological outcomes. Found that cognitive-behavioral interventions and group therapy formats showed significant benefits for depression and anxiety symptoms. Quality of life improvements were more variable but still clinically meaningful for well-designed interventions.
Psychological interventions for distress in cancer patients: A review of reviews
Annals Behav Med 2006
Critical umbrella review examining the methodology and conclusions of existing meta-analyses in psycho-oncology. The paper highlighted methodological concerns in the literature and provided recommendations for improving study design and reporting in future trials of psychological interventions.
The biomedical and the biographical: Complementary paradigms in psycho-oncology research
Soc Sci Med 2006
Narrative review exploring how biomedical and biographical approaches can be integrated in psycho-oncology research. Argued for mixed-methods designs that capture both measurable outcomes and patients' lived experiences with cancer and psychological support services.
Psychosocial interventions for patients with advanced cancer – a systematic review
Eur J Cancer 2004
Systematic review focused specifically on advanced cancer populations. Identified that supportive-expressive and meaning-centered approaches showed promise for this patient group, with benefits for existential distress and end-of-life adjustment.
Effects of psychosocial interventions on quality of life in adult cancer patients
Patient Educ Couns 2003
Meta-analysis specifically examining quality of life outcomes from psychosocial interventions. Found overall moderate positive effects with larger effects seen in studies using validated QoL measures and longer intervention durations.
Systematic review of psychological therapies for cancer patients: overview and recommendations
J Natl Cancer Inst 2002
Landmark systematic review that critically evaluated the evidence base for psychological interventions in cancer care. Identified significant methodological limitations in existing research while acknowledging promising results for cognitive-behavioral and group-based interventions. Provided influential recommendations for future research directions.
The effectiveness of relaxation training in reducing treatment-related symptoms and improving well-being
Psychooncology 2001
Meta-analysis of relaxation training interventions during cancer treatment. Found significant effects for reducing nausea, pain, and anxiety associated with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery showed consistent benefits.
The effect of psychological interventions on anxiety and depression in cancer patients
Br J Cancer 1999
Early influential meta-analysis examining effects on mood outcomes. Found that preventive interventions initiated early in the cancer trajectory showed stronger effects than those targeting established psychological problems, highlighting the importance of early intervention.
A comprehensive review of psychosocial interventions in cancer care
Arch Gen Psychiatry 1995
Foundational comprehensive review that categorized psychosocial interventions into educational, behavioral, individual psychotherapy, and group interventions. This seminal paper helped establish the taxonomy of approaches still used in psycho-oncology research and practice.