Arafa, M.E.A., & Hassan, M. (2013). Psychoeducational program for breast cancer survivors, effect on cancer-related fatigue and quality of life. Egyptian Journal of Psychiatry, 34, 25–33.
To evaluate the efficacy of the psychoeducational program in alleviating cancer-related fatigue and mood symptoms, and improving quality of life among breast cancer survivors
Case control study
The four-week psychoeducational program improved fatigue and quality of life after radiation therapy in patients with breast cancer.
The intervention may be taught by trained nurses and can be part of a routine supportive care at very low additional costs for healthcare systems.