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Selected Works of Eric Martin
Article
Breast and Prostate Cancer Survivor Responses to Group Exercise and Supportive Group Psychotherapy
Journal of Psychosocial Oncology (2015)
  • Eric Martin, California State University, Monterey Bay
  • Caroline Bulsara, University of Notre Dame Australia
  • Claudio Battaglini, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Beth Hands, University of Notre Dame Australia
  • Fiona L. Naumann, University of New South Wales
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Abstract
This study qualitatively examined an 8 week group exercise and counseling intervention for breast and prostate cancer survivors. Groups exercised 3 days per week, 50 minutes per session,performing moderate intensity aerobic and resistance training. Groups also underwent 90 minute supportive group psychotherapy sessions once per week. Survivors discussed their experiences in focus groups post intervention. Transcripts were analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. Survivors described how exercise facilitated counseling by creating mutual aid and trust, and counseling helped participants with self-identity, sexuality, and returning to normalcy. When possible, counselors and fitness professionals should create partnerships to optimally support cancer survivors.
Keywords
  • exercise physiology,
  • oncology,
  • counseling,
  • intervention,
  • focus group
Disciplines
Publication Date
2015
DOI
10.1080/07347332.2015.1082166
Citation Information
Eric Martin, Caroline Bulsara, Claudio Battaglini, Beth Hands, et al.. "Breast and Prostate Cancer Survivor Responses to Group Exercise and Supportive Group Psychotherapy" Journal of Psychosocial Oncology Vol. 33 Iss. 6 (2015) p. 620 - 634
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/eric-alexander-martin/3/