Publications by authors named "Sue Goodlad"
Purpose Of The Research: This paper is a report of a study of the experiences of individuals with colorectal cancer in the period following their cancer treatment and the physical, psychological and social aspects associated with adjusting to everyday life.
Methods And Sample: Qualitative interviews using a phenomenological approach were conducted with a purposive sample of 13 individuals who had completed active curative treatment for colorectal cancer.
Results: Study findings suggest that colorectal cancer survivors employ a broad range of techniques and approaches to manage adjustment to everyday life such as goal-setting, managing informal networks and adopting strategies for physical and emotional recovery.