Nicole Paraskeva Nicole.Paraskeva@uwe.ac.uk
Senior Research Fellow
Altered Appearance from Cancer
Paraskeva, Nicole; Clarke, Alex; Harcourt, Diana
Authors
Alex Clarke
Diana Harcourt Diana2.Harcourt@uwe.ac.uk
Professor in Appearance Research
Contributors
Michelle Cororve Fingeret
Editor
Irene Teo
Editor
Abstract
In this chapter, we delineate various appearance alterations that can result from cancer and its treatment. We focus on describing the impact of appearance changes involving weight, scarring from surgery, alopecia, ascites, and lymphedema. We also examine the influence of patient-related factors (i.e., gender, age) and treatment-related factors on appearance-related distress. Various models of adjustment to alterations in appearance are presented with particular attention to predisposing factors, intervening cognitive processes, and measurable outcomes identified by large-scale research studies conducted by the Appearance Research Collaboration. Finally, we identify gaps in knowledge and directions for future research needed to advance our understanding of an individual’s experiences of living with an altered appearance due to cancer.
| Publication Date | Aug 16, 2018 |
|---|---|
| Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
| Pages | 131 |
| Book Title | Body Image Care for Cancer Patients: Principles and Practice |
| ISBN | 9780190655617 |
| Keywords | visible difference, body image |
| Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/862928 |
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