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Management of Cancer Pain (Second Edition)
Although the evidence for psychoeducation and psychological
interventions on cancer pain was of moderate level, their important
role in the management of cancer pain should be acknowledged and
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which complements physical, psychological and social strategies.
A systematic review of 11 studies that investigated the effectiveness of
spiritual intervention (Dignity Therapy, focused narrative intervention and
mindfulness-based stress reduction) found paucity and heterogeneity
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care may aid in coping with pain rather than altering pain intensity.
However, spiritual interventions were well received by the patients and
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• Psychoeducation, psychological and spiritual interventions should
be considered in the management of cancer pain.

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