Perception of body image and self-esteem in adolescents with cancer diagnosis: a pilot study

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  • Brunella Voltarelli investigador independiente
  • Daniela Graziani ricercatore indipendente
  • Bettini Alessandra Hospital Infantil Meyer
  • Elena Amore investigador independiente
  • Rosanna Martin Hospital Infantil Meyer
  • Laura Vagnoli Hospital Infantil Meyer

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https://doi.org/10.23823/0zyf7095

Palabras clave:

Adolescents and young adults, Psycho-oncology, cancer, self-esteem, body-image

Resumen

Body image (BI) and self-esteem (SE) are crucial for adolescents’ well-being, especially when affected by cancer, yet research on this topic remains limited. The study aimed at investigating BI, SE, and their association in 14 adolescents (aged 12–19) within a year of cancer treatment, at four time points: diagnosis (T0), 3 months (T1), 6 months (T2), and 1 year post-diagnosis (T3). BI and SE were significantly correlated at T2 and T3, with a few gender differences. Findings highlight the need for multidisciplinary teams to assess BI and SE concerns, promoting targeted prevention and intervention during treatment and follow-up stage.

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2025-11-20

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Perception of body image and self-esteem in adolescents with cancer diagnosis: a pilot study. (2025). Journal of Psychosocial Systems, 9(2), 21-32. https://doi.org/10.23823/0zyf7095

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