Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer patients and psycho-oncology providers: Perspectives, observations, and experiences of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society membership.

Objective: To understand: (1) psycho-oncology providers' perspectives on and observations of the psychological responses of their cancer patients during the pandemic, and (2) psycho-oncology providers' own experiences delivering care.

Methods: In this concurrent mixed methods study, a survey was distributed to psychosocial providers who were members of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS). Survey respondents were invited to participate in a one-on-one audio-recorded interview via phone or secure Zoom®.

Mindfulness, Experiential Avoidance, and Recovery From Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation.

Background: Mood disturbance, pain, and fatigue are prevalent and distressing concerns for patients with hematologic cancer recovering from hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). The way in which individuals approach difficult thoughts and emotions may affect symptoms and functioning. Specifically, mindfulness has been associated with more optimal psychological and physical functioning, whereas experiential avoidance has been associated with poorer outcomes.