Abstract

Background: The challenges of parenting an adolescent and young adult (AYA) are significant and distinct from that of parenting younger children with cancer or healthy AYAs. Little is known about how best to support parents in these difficult circumstances, particularly when their child goes through multiple relapses and may die from their disease. This qualitative study aimed to explore parental perspectives on challenges and sources of strength while parenting an AYA with advanced cancer. Methods: We interviewed parents of AYAs between the …

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