Publications by authors named "Hao-Zhi Xia"
Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, and spiritual fulfillment such as experiencing meaning in life plays an important role in coping with the disease.
Objective: The objectives of this study were to explore and understand Chinese breast cancer survivors' perspective on meaning in life.
Methods: This study used Grounded Theory; 23 participants were recruited using convenience sampling, purposive sampling, and theoretical sampling.
Aims And Objectives: To develop a Meaning in Life Scale for cancer patients in Chinese version and to test the validity and reliability.
Background: Meaning in life is a protective factor of psychological well-being and is negatively related to depression and demoralisation among cancer patients. The existing scales measuring meaning in life are mostly designed in English and there is no scale designed for Chinese cancer patients based on Chinese cultural background.