A mixed methods study of psychological distress in family caregivers of ovarian cancer patients based on the ABC-X model
Exploring the psychological distress of family caregivers of ovarian cancer patients in conjunction with the ABC-X model. (i) Cross-sectional study. Between November 2022 and May 2023, 270 family caregivers were collected using convenience-sampled convenience sampling. Data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0. (ii) Descriptive qualitative study. Interview guides were designed based on the ABC-X model and quantitative results. From June to August 2023, 14 participants from the quantitative study were selected for semi-structured interviews using a maximum difference purposive sampling strategy. The interview data were compiled and analyzed using the content analysis method. (i) Among 258 FCGs, 74.4 % experienced psychological distress.Stratified regression results indicated significant predictive roles of lack of caregiving experience, self-efficacy, family resilience, and caregiving burden on caregiver psychological distress, with an R The psychological distress level among family caregivers is high, with approximately 3/4 of family caregivers experiencing distress. Future research could focus on reducing caregiving burden and targeting interventions to enhance family resilience and self-efficacy.