PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTIONS FOR MANAGING STRESS, ANXIETY, AND HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE IN BRCA MUTATION CARRIERS.
A NARRATIVE REVIEW
A. Piattelli, C. Ferrario
Vol.9 issue 1 (2026), pag. 7 - 15
PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTIONS FOR MANAGING STRESS, ANXIETY, AND HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE IN BRCA MUTATION CARRIERS.
A NARRATIVE REVIEW
A. Piattelli, C. Ferrario
Vol.9 issue 1 (2026), pag. 7 - 15
| Received | 22/09/2025 |
| Accepted | 17/02/2026 |
| Published | 9/03/2026 |
| Review by | Single-blind |
| doi | https://doi.org/10.48252/JCR117 |
ABSTRACT
Background: Background
The presence of BRCA mutations is associated with an increased risk of developing several types of cancer, particularly breast and ovarian cancer. Mutation carriers often experience stress, anxiety, and distress that can be addressed through tailored psychosocial interventions. This narrative review aims to explore available interventions and their impact on women’s psychosocial well- being.
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