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Experiences of female partners of prostate cancer survivors

A systematic review and thematic synthesis

Published Date: 10.11.2021

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Theme: Specific groups of carers

Sub-theme: Caring for someone with cancer

Women Women's health Cancer Qualitative data Gender Open access Peer-reviewed journal article

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Theme: Specific groups of carers

Sub-theme: Caring for someone with cancer

View Publication Women Women's health Cancer Qualitative data Gender Open access Peer-reviewed journal article

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
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Experiences of female partners of prostate cancer survivors

A systematic review and thematic synthesis

Published Date: 10.11.2021

  • Author/ Authors

    Anna Green, Natalie Winter, Michelle DiGiacomo, John L. Oliffe, Nicholas Ralph, Jeff Dunn, Suzanne K. Chambers

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    Green, A., Winter, N., DiGiacomo, M., Oliffe, J. L., Ralph, N., Dunn, J., & Chambers, S. K. (2022). Experiences of female partners of prostate cancer survivors: A systematic review and thematic synthesis. Health & Social Care in the Community, 30(4), 1213–1232. https://doi.org/10.1111/hsc.13644

Long Summary

This article focuses on the lived experiences of female partners of prostate cancer survivors. Using qualitative data, the study explores a range of themes that contribute to the psychosocial health of women who are caregivers. The findings suggest that gender should be considered when providing support and resources to carers.

Author's / Publisher's Contact Details:

natalie.winter@deakin.edu.au

    Key Messages for Carers


  • Provides an overview of how caring for a person with cancer can impact relationship dynamics
  • Discusses the importance of considering the wider context of gender when providing support services
  • Offers insights into how health services approach issues affecting carers

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • Reveals trends regarding the psychosocial health of women who have cared for a prostate cancer survivor
  • Provides an example of the participation of carers in qualitative research
  • Provides evidence regarding how a caregiving role can impact relationship dynamics

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