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

Hameed Adnan Hameed

Status: Completed

Conditions: Stress (Psychology); Breast Cancer; Depression Anxiety Disorder; Psychological Distress

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07109063

BC-Psychology-2025

Details and patient eligibility

About

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

Full 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.

Enrollment: 500 patients

Sex: Female

Ages: 18 to 80 years old

Volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers

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

Trial design

500 participants in 1 patient group

Breast Cancer Patients Group

Description:

This group includes all female patients diagnosed with breast cancer who participated in the cross-sectional survey assessing depression, anxiety, and stress in Anbar, Iraq.