Living with Stage 4 cancer impacts how individuals conceptualize themselves and how they conduct their everyday lives. Within this synopsis, I describe my experiences living with progressing Stage 4 breast cancer. The construct of chronic sorrow is applied to my experiences. I suggest that grief and chronic sorrow are largely spiritual issues and give examples of my spiritual practices. Finally, recommendations are offered for healthcare professionals. © The Author(s) 2024.
Annette M Lane. Chronic Sorrow in Stage 4 Cancer: A Spiritual Challenge. Journal of patient experience. 2024;11:23743735241241953
PMID: 38529205
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