Cross-sectional study reveals pandemic's effects on psychological distress and cancer care in parents, highlighting urgent need for intervention.
Key Points
There is a significant impact of COVID-19 on psychological distress levels in parents of children with cancer, affecting their ability to provide care.
Statistical analysis indicates high levels of stress (P-value = .002; r = .341) and anxiety (P-value = .013; r = .281) among parents during the pandemic.
The study utilized a cross-sectional design, targeting parents of children with cancer living in Surabaya, with 78 respondents analyzed using the DASS-21 questionnaire.
These findings suggest that addressing psychological distress in parents is crucial to improving cancer care for children, especially in pandemic conditions.