Psychological Distress in Breast Cancer Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study in Iraq

Psychosocial and Clinical Predictors of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Among Breast Cancer Patients in Iraq: A Multivariate and Path Modeling Analysis

Status

Completed

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Observational

Source

ClinicalTrials.gov

Registry ID

NCT07109063

Enrollment

500

Registered

2025-08-07

Start date

2025-01-29

Completion date

2025-05-30

Last updated

2025-08-07

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Conditions

Breast Cancer, Depression Anxiety Disorder, Psychological Distress, Stress (Psychology)

Keywords

Mental Health, Oncology Patients, Cross-Sectional Study, Iraq, Psychosocial Support

Brief summary

This cross-sectional study aims to assess the psychological distress, including depression, anxiety, and stress, among breast cancer patients in Anbar, Iraq. Data were collected using validated questionnaires to evaluate mental health status and associated clinical and demographic factors. The findings will provide insights to improve psychosocial support and patient care in oncology settings

Detailed description

This research is a cross-sectional study conducted to investigate the prevalence and severity of psychological distress, including depression, anxiety, and stress, among breast cancer patients in Anbar, Iraq. The study utilized standardized and validated questionnaires (such as PHQ-9, GAD-7, and Perceived Stress Scale) to assess the mental health status of participants. Data on clinical variables, cancer stage, treatment modalities, and socio-demographic characteristics were collected to identify potential predictors of psychological distress. Statistical analyses were performed to explore associations between psychological outcomes and clinical or demographic factors. The results of this study aim to provide evidence to guide psychosocial interventions and enhance patient care strategies in oncology centers.

Interventions

None listed

Study design

Observational model

COHORT

Time perspective

CROSS_SECTIONAL

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

FEMALE

Age

18 Years to 80 Years

Healthy volunteers

Yes

Inclusion criteria

* Diagnosed with breast cancer * Female patients aged ≥18 years * Receiving treatment or follow-up at Anbar Cancer Center * Willing to provide informed consent

Exclusion criteria

* Severe cognitive impairment * Inability to complete questionnaires * Refusal to participate

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame	Description
Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety, and Sleep Disturbances among Breast Cancer Patients	4 months (January 28, 2025 - May 30, 2025)	Assessment of psychological distress levels (depression, anxiety, and sleep quality) using PHQ-9, GAD-7, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index questionnaires to evaluate mental health outcomes in breast cancer patients.

Countries

Iraq

Outcome results