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Predictors Of Emotional Reactions In Women Treated For Breast Cancer, Erin E. Ramirez Aug 2007

Predictors Of Emotional Reactions In Women Treated For Breast Cancer, Erin E. Ramirez

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Breast cancer can be a devastating disease that impacts a woman in all spheres of her life (Ingram, 1989). Previous studies have examined the impact of breast cancer on body satisfaction, as well as the impact on emotional well-being. Studies have also examined the role of the coping style that a woman engages in response to the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer in the woman's psychological adjustment to the disease. However, to date, no research has introduced and tested a multifaceted model.

The purpose of this study was to develop a model predicting psychological maladjustment in women treated for …