It is important to understand the psychosocial needs of rural survivors of cancer to better serve this group. Survivors and partners filled out a pre-tested survey addressing general and mental health, quality of life and demographics. Twenty-nine survivors and 15 partners responded. Over 50% of both groups were at-risk for depression; 34% of the cancer survivors had some type of psychosocial problem requiring assistance. Areas to be targeted for psychosocial interventions for rural survivors include: management of side effects/complications of treatment; adjustment to changes in quality of life; emotional support; cancer impact on social relationships; uncertainty reduction.
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