Advances in Psychosocial and Neurological Aspects in Supportive Cancer Care

Dear Colleagues,

Psychosocial and neurological issues in supportive oncology refer to the emotional, cognitive, social, and other psychological challenges that cancer patients, survivors and their caregivers face during diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. These issues are increasingly recognized as important factors in health-related quality of life (QoL).

Supportive oncology involves the prevention, detection, and medical and non-medical management of psychosocial and neurological issues, which impact QoL. Advances in psychological counseling, social support, pain management, mind–body techniques, and drug development are rapidly occurring within the field of supportive cancer care. This also includes monitoring long-term consequences and the development or optimization of (digital) health services. Additionally, several programs are being developed to facilitate patient empowerment, such as creative therapies.

For this Special Issue, we request articles addressing innovative approaches for optimizing psychosocial and neurological complaints. We are interested in quantitative trials (cohort/intervention/transversal); qualitative trials; semi-quantitative studies (e.g. Delphi); studies on the optimization of diagnostics, quality of care, and health systems; and medical–economic-driven studies. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses are also welcome.

Prof. Dr. Philip R. Debruyne
Prof. Dr. Patricia Schofield
Dr. Laura Tack
Guest Editors

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