A qualitative exploration of the dynamics of guilt experience in family cancer caregivers

Nur Atikah Mohamed Hussin, Nursahira Sahiba Mohd Sabri

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Abstract

Caregiving for cancer patients can cause stress among family caregivers. Caregiving stress is also associated with guilt as they cannot provide adequate care for cancer patients. However, guilt among family caregivers of cancer patients is poorly understood. This qualitative study aimed to explore the dynamics of guilt feelings in families that care for cancer patients. This study involved 45 family caregivers of cancer patients. Thematic data analysis was conducted. There were six themes emerging. Caregiving can be challenging, guilt and blame, guilt due to lack of self-capacity, guilt for neglecting others, no guilt at all, and discussion of guilt and blame as a caregiver. This study offers insight into social workers regarding the challenges and experiences faced by family caregivers of cancer patients. Appropriate health interventions and support should be provided to family caregivers of cancer patients to improve their well-being.

Original languageEnglish
Article number659
Number of pages8
JournalSUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
Volume31
Issue number12
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Publication typeA1 Journal article-refereed

Keywords

  • Cancer
  • Family caregivers
  • Guilt
  • Qualitative

Publication forum classification

  • Publication forum level 1

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Oncology

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