Abstracts
Résumé
Les familles ayant un enfant atteint de cancer peuvent vivre une détresse psychosociale importante. Cette étude analyse des facteurs de risques et de protections chez ces familles. Soixante-six parents furent recrutés pour répondre par écrit à quatre questions. Une analyse thématique tabulaire structurée fut réalisée. Les résultats montrent que les principaux risques sont liés à la maladie de l’enfant, la gestion quotidienne et le bien-être parental, tandis que le soutien, les relations familiales, les comportements adaptatifs et la santé de l’enfant sont des facteurs protecteurs cruciaux. Cette étude fournit de précieuses informations pour améliorer le soutien des familles au Québec.
Mots-clés :
- cancer pédiatrique,
- famille,
- facteur protecteur,
- facteur de risque,
- analyse thématique
Abstract
Families with a child diagnosed with cancer can experience significant psychosocial distress. This study analyzes risk and protective factors within these families. Sixty-six parents were recruited to answer in writing four questions. A structured tabular thematic analysis was conducted. The results show that the main risks are related to the child’s illness, day-to-day management, and parental well-being, while support, family relationships, adaptive behaviors, and the child’s health are crucial protective factors. This study provides valuable insights for improving family support in Quebec.
Keywords:
- childhood cancer,
- family,
- protective factor,
- risk factor,
- thematic analysis
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