Shifting Needs and Preferences: Supporting Young Adult Cancer Patients During the Transition from Active Treatment to Survivorship Care

Abstract

Study findings suggest that supportive care needs can change during the transition process from active treatment to survivorship care. Young adult life transitions, such as finding employment and making new friendships, are more stressful when complicated by ongoing physical and psychological treatment effects. Social stressors and potential barriers to participation in supportive care services should be discussed openly with patients and caregivers, especially prior to transitions in care.