Research Article: The impact of depression on the quality of life of lung cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy: mediating effects of perceived social support
Abstract:
Background: Quality of life (QOL) in patients undergoing chemotherapy for lung cancer has been a key research area. Numerous studies have examined the relationships among depression, perceived social support (PSS), and QOL. However, the mechanisms underlying PSS in lung cancer patients receiving chemotherapy remain underexplored.
Introduction:
Objective: To investigate the mediating role of PSS in the relationship between depression and QOL in lung cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
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