Résumé
Objective: To examine changes in lifestyle behaviors after a cancer diagnosis and medical and demographic influences on such changes. Methods: Adult cancer survivors (n=352) completed a survey including demographic, medical, and lifestyle behavior change questions. Results: Results showed that since cancer diagnosis, 46% of smokers quit smoking, 47% improved their dietary habits, and 30.1% exercised less. Adult cancer survivors who changed their lifestyle behaviors varied, depending on various demographic and medical variables and physician recommendation. Conclusion: It appears from our data that cancer diagnosis in adults may have a positive influence on smoking and diet and a negative influence on exercise.
| Langue d'origine | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (de-à) | 246-256 |
| Nombre de pages | 11 |
| Journal | American Journal of Health Behavior |
| Volume | 27 |
| Numéro de publication | 3 |
| DOI | |
| Statut de publication | Published - 2003 |
| Publié à l'externe | Oui |
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Health(social science)
- Social Psychology
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
ODD de l’ONU
Cette action contribue à la réalisation des objectifs de développement durable suivants
