Factors Predicting Psychological Well-Being Among Survivors of Breast Cancer

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Abstract Background Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women with health problems. Studies showed that breast cancer affects women’s mental health and lifestyle after receiving treatment. This study aimed to investigate four key factors (stress, social support, self-efficacy, mindfulness, and resilience) influencing psychological well-being among breast cancer survivors. Methods A predictive descriptive research design was conducted and guided by the resilience framework. Eligible criteria included breast cancer survivors receiving care at an outpatient clinic in a tertiary hospital. A convenience sampling was utilized and data were collected by self-administered questionnaires. Data analyses included univariate statistics and multiple linear regression. Results Totally, 123 participants were recruited. Stress, social support, and resilience explained 43% of the variance in psychological well-being among breast cancer survivors. Resilience (=.33), stress =-.27), and social support=.26) were significant predictors of psychological well-being and resilience was the strongest predictor. Conclusions Psychological factors related to post-disease wellness should be incorporated into interventions. Behaviors that promote resilience and social support and decrease stress levels should be incorporated into activities and programs to enhance breast cancer survivors’ psychological well-being in the future.