Tianjin Journal of Nursing ›› 2026, Vol. 34 ›› Issue (2): 132-137.DOI: 10.3969/j.issn.1006-9143.2026.02.002

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A qualitative study on the post-traumatic growth experience of spousal caregivers of reproductive-age women with cervical cancer

XIN Yu1 , YANG Lanlan1 , LI Yanhong2 , ZHAO Xinying2 , BAI Jing1 , JIANG Yutong1 , FAN Bingbing1 , SHI Lei1   

  1. (1.School of Nursing, Hebei University , Baoding Hebei 071000; 2. Affiliated Hospital of Hebei University)
  • Online:2026-04-28 Published:2026-04-10

育龄期宫颈癌患者配偶照顾者创伤后成长体验的质性研究

辛玉 1 杨兰兰 1 李延红 2 赵新颖 2 白静 1 江宇彤 1 范冰冰 1 石磊 1   

  1. (1. 河北大学护理学院,河北 保定 071000;2. 河北大学附属医院)
  • 基金资助:
    河北大学科研创新团队(IC2023C07)

Abstract: Objective: To Explore the post-traumatic growth experience of spouses of reproductive-age women with cervical cancer and revealing its underlying psychological motivations, aiming to provide reference for supportive care by clinical medical staff and assist families in better coping with the multiple challenges posed by the disease. Methods: Using purposive sampling, 12 spouses of cervical cancer patients from a tertiary grade A hospital in Baoding were selected as participants. A phenomenological qualitative research approach was adopted, with data collected through semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed using Nvivo 15.0 and Colaizzi's 7-step analysis method. Results: Five themes and 11 sub-themes were identified, including enhanced personal strength (increased self-efficacy, improved empathy), improved interpersonal relationships (enhanced marital intimacy, increased perceived social support, spousal support and mutual growth), positive and effective coping strategies (actively seeking help, accepting reality, self-regulation, redefining meaning), changes in life philosophy (adoption of health behaviors, reprioritization of life), and coexistence of growth experience and traumatic responses. Conclusion: Spousal caregivers of reproductive-age women with cervical cancer often undergo significant psychological changes during the caregiving process and exhibit considerable post-traumatic growth experiences. Healthcare professionals should pay attention to the psychological status of this population, understand their psychological experiences, and facilitate their post-traumatic growth to better support them in coping with various challenges arising from the caregiving process.

Key words: Cervical cancer, Spousal caregivers, Qualitative research, Post-traumatic growth

摘要: 目的:探讨育龄期宫颈癌患者配偶的创伤后成长体验,揭示其内在心理动因,旨在为临床医护人员的支持性照护提供参考, 帮助患者家庭更好地应对疾病带来的多重挑战。方法:采用目的抽样法,选取保定市某三级甲等医院的 12 名宫颈癌患者配偶作为研究对象,采用现象学质性研究方法,通过半结构式访谈收集资料,使用 Nvivo 15.0 并结合 Colaizzi 7 步分析法对资料进行分析。 结果:共归纳包括个人力量增强(自我效能感增强、共情能力提升)、与他人关系改善(夫妻亲密感提升、社会支持感增强、配偶支持与共同成长)、积极有效的应对策略(积极寻求帮助、接受现实、自我调节、重新寻找意义)、生活理念改变(健康行为的转变、重新确立生活的优先顺序)、成长体验与创伤反应共存的 5 个主题,11 个亚主题。结论:育龄期宫颈癌患者配偶照顾者在照护过程中常常经历显著的心理变化,并表现出较为丰富的创伤后成长体验。医务人员应关注该人群的心理状况,了解他们的心理体验, 帮助他们获取创伤后成长,从而更好地应对照护过程中出现的各类挑战。

关键词: 宫颈癌, 配偶照顾者, 质性研究, 创伤后成长