The Effect of Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation on Self-care Competence Among Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy.

Background: Many cancer patients require long-term self-care, both during and after treatment, and need to have self-care competence. Mindfulness and emotional regulation can enhance self-care competence among cancer patients.

Objective: To examine the effect of mindfulness and emotional regulation on self-care competence among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.