Effect of Relaxation on Psychological Factors in Female Cancer Patients Undergoing Radio Therapy and Their Care Takers
Author : Dr. Vijayalakshmi B
Abstract :
The present study aims to study the effect of Relaxation on psychological factors in female cancer patients undergoing radio therapy and individuals taking care of them. This study highlights a strategy for cancer care that may enhance results for both patients and caregivers by attending to psychosocial needs. The primary aim is to measure the levels of anxiety by using Hamilton anxiety scale and depression by Beck depression Inventory in both patients and caregivers, and also to determine the effect of relaxation and psychosocial counseling on these factors. Pre post test results showed that both patients and caregivers had serious psychological disorders, such as anxiety and depression. Intervention was associated with decrease in anxiety and depression.
Keywords :
Depression, Anxiety, relaxation, radiotherapy.
