Psychological interventions for parents in pediatric palliative care may help reduce anxiety, depression, and overall psychological distress, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Read more: https://www.emjreviews.com/oncology/news/psychological-support-for-parents-in-pediatric-palliative-care/

Parental sense of coherence (SOC) “acts as a crucial mediator” between fear of disease progression and psychological distress among parents and caregivers of children with cancer, according to results from a recent study. Read more: https://www.cancernursingtoday.com/post/how-fear-of-progression-shapes-parental-distress-in-pediatric-cancer-care

Stigmatization and labeling, sometimes rooted in misinformation about cancer, compounded isolation and shaped concerns about future roles, relationships, and opportunities. Read more: https://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/news/pediatric-cancer-alienation-improve-psychosocial-outcomes-treatment/

A new national study highlights both common ground and key diverging factors between parents and clinicians on what psychosocial needs matter most for children with cancer. Read more: https://journals.lww.com/oncology-times/fulltext/2026/02000/parents___clinicians_diverge_on_psychosocial.2.aspx

In a groundbreaking study published in Pediatric Research, researchers have unveiled compelling evidence revealing the profound psychological burden borne not only by childhood cancer survivors but also by their parents. Read more: https://bioengineer.org/ptsd-depression-anxiety-in-childhood-cancer-survivors-parents/

It is the leading cause of disease-related death in children, and while the five-year survival rate now stands at 85%, the diagnosis can send a wave of devastation, fear, anxiety and helplessness through not only the child, but also surrounding family, friends and community members. Read more: https://www.yourvalley.net/paradise-valley-independent/stories/we-cant-neglect-the-mental-toll-of-a-childhood-cancer-diagnosis,620036

Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is both highly prevalent and psychologically burdensome for adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer...

A new study finds a significant need for more resources in a lesser-known area of childhood cancer treatment. The study, conducted by...

Childhood cancer survivors in Europe exhibited higher risk for suicidal ideation than the general population, according to results of a...

Teens with cancer who participated in family-centered advance care planning reported greater levels of pain, depression and anxiety after...