Psychosocial Dimension in Post-Cancer Quality Of Life: The Fuzzy Delphi Method

Ahmad Saharrudin Mat Akir; Engku Mardiah Engku Kamarudin; Noor Syamilah Zakaria; Siti Nordarma Ab Rahman; Ramlan Mustapha

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI24.6387

Authors

Ahmad Saharrudin Mat Akir Faculty of Education Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang, Malaysia
Engku Mardiah Engku Kamarudin Faculty of Education Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang, Malaysia
Noor Syamilah Zakaria Faculty of Education Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang, Malaysia
Siti Nordarma Ab Rahman School of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang, Malaysia
Ramlan Mustapha Academy of Islamic and Contemporary Studies (Raub Campus), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Raub, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI24.6387

Keywords:

Cancer Survivorship, Quality of Life, Fuzzy Delphi Method

Abstract

Using the Fuzzy Delphi Method, this study thoroughly examined the psychosocial aspects affecting breast cancer survivors' quality of life. The study featured a panel of five experts who evaluated various aspects of quality of life using a Multi-Research Method approach. The study examined four main areas: environmental factors, physical health, psychological well-being, and social connections. The findings highlight the importance of implementing integrated support systems that address psychological and physical needs. They also highlight the need of developing comprehensive screening tools and more customized survivorship care strategies.

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