Investigator
The University of South Australia
‘… but I live in hope …’ how the term ‘survivor’ impacts identity and feelings of inclusivity in survivorship services following ovarian cancer treatment
To understand how individuals with ovarian cancer interpret and identify with the term 'survivor' and if this impacts survivorship service uptake and whether individuals feel included or identify with these services following treatment within the Australian context. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 individuals aged 40-72 ( Two themes were generated, Support services and strategies (such as social prescribing) should be routinely offered following treatment within Australia. Terminology should be informed by individuals with ovarian cancer, thereby supporting moving forward with life in ways that are tailored to specific needs and wants.
Researcher
Professor of Clinical Psychology
Adelaide University
University of South Australia · Justice & Society
Professorial Lead: Research Education
Associate Professor in Psychology (Clinical)
Senior Lecturer
University of South Australia · School of Psychology, Social Work & Social Policy
Interim Associate Dean: Research Education
University of South Australia · Division of Education, Arts, and Social Sciences
Lecturer
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Flinders University · Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer
PhD
University of Adelaide (& University of Colorado, Boulder) · School of Psychology
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
University of Adelaide · School of Psychology
BA(Hons)
AU
