Facilitadores en el proceso asimilación, afrontamiento y superación del cáncer: un estudio en pacientes supervivientes.

Abstract

The present research aims to analyze the emotional, spiritual and social aspects that influence the process of assimilation, coping with and overcoming cancer, through qualitative techniques, allowing an understanding of the oncological process from the patient's perspective. Its methodology is qualitative with a descriptive and transversal scope. A non-probabilistic convenience sampling was used, composed of 4 cancer survivors, applying a semi-structured interview as an instrument for data collection and information analysis. Finally, from the results, some strategies that are important to overcome traumatic circumstances such as; the re significance of crises by learning to manage emotions, cultivate a close bond between close social groups (family and friends), as well as establish a constant interaction with spirituality