Self-efficacy, Self-esteem, Cancer Coping, and Psychosocial Adjustment in Women With Gynecological Cancer in Turkey
Seda Purtul, Fatma Uslu-SahanBackground:
Women diagnosed with gynecological cancer face significant psychosocial challenges that impact their self-efficacy, self-esteem, and coping abilities. Understanding these factors is essential for developing effective psychosocial interventions.
Objective:
To examine the relationships between self-efficacy, self-esteem, cancer coping strategies, and psychosocial adjustment in women with gynecological cancer in Turkey.
Methods:
This correlational cross-sectional study involved 105 women with gynecological cancer from 2 university hospitals in Turkey. Data were collected using the General Self-efficacy Scale, Rosenberg’s Self-esteem Scale, Cancer Coping Questionnaire, and Psychosocial Adjustment to Illness Scale. Statistical analyses included independent
Results:
The mean psychosocial adjustment score was 70.22 ± 4.60. Significant negative correlations were found between psychosocial adjustment and self-efficacy (
Conclusions:
Self-efficacy and coping strategies significantly influence psychosocial adjustment in women with gynecological cancer, whereas self-esteem showed no significant effect. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to strengthen self-efficacy and coping mechanisms in women with gynecological cancer.
Implications for Practice:
Healthcare professionals should implement structured interventions to enhance self-efficacy and coping strategies, as these factors are key to improving psychosocial adjustment and overall well-being in women undergoing gynecological cancer treatment.