The mediating effect of coping styles between self-compassion and body image disturbance in young breast cancer survivors: a cross-sectional study

• DOI: 10.1186/s12912-023-01342-5
• Publication Date: 2023-05-23T09:03:02Z
• Authors: Fei Zhu; Chunlei Liu; Wan Zhang; Wanmin Qiang; Xiaoping Yin; Qian Lu
• Keywords: Self-Compassion

Abstract Background Young breast cancer survivors with body image disturbance have poor quality of life. Self-compassion and different coping styles can influence their image. The purpose the study was to investigate relationship between self-compassion, styles, disturbance, examined mediation role self-compassion among young in China. Methods In cross-sectional study, a total 310 women were assessed on by self-reported questionnaires Spearman’s correlation used test links variables verify indirect effects constructing structural equation model. Results There correlations disturbance. Confrontation, avoidance, acceptance-resignation had significant association confrontation greater than coping. Conclusions this acted as mediators providing support for further understanding mechanism developing comprehensive interventions Oncology nurses should pay attention survivors’ encourage them adopt adaptive strategies, which reduce