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Christina Darviri - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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an 8 week Stress Management program for older women a pilot randomized controlled trial
Psychology, 2016Co-Authors: Foteini Papageorgiou, Liza Varvogli, Theodora Oikonomidi, George P Chrousos, Christina DarviriAbstract:Stress can significantly impair the health of older people, who often face a combination of Stressors unique to this age group. This study is a Stress Management and lifestyle change intervention for women 60 years and older. The participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group. The 8-week intervention plan included training in progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery, abdominal breathing training using biofeedback, physical activity and nutrition counseling, and cognitive restructuring training. Self-report validated measures were used to evaluate perceived Stress, depression, health locus of control, and well-being. The intervention group experienced significantly greater reduction in perceived Stress (p < 0.001, r = 0.8) and physical and psychological Stress symptoms (p < 0.001, r = 0.7) compared to the control group. The intervention also significantly reduced depressive symptoms and improved quality of life (p < 0.001, r = 0.7 for both variables). The findings of this study confirm the positive effects of multimodal Stress Management interventions on the mental and physical health of older women. Wellbeing interventions for the elderly should include Stress Management modules.
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effect of a Stress Management program on subjects with neck pain a pilot randomized controlled trial
Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, 2016Co-Authors: Damianos T Metikaridis, Artemios Artemiadis, Alexander Hadjipavlou, Christina DarviriAbstract:BACKGROUND: Studies have shown that Stress is implicated in the cause of neck pain (NP). OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of a simple, zero cost Stress Management program on patients suffering from NP. METHODS: This study is a parallel-type randomized clinical study. People suffering from chronic non-specific NP were chosen randomly to participate in an eight week duration program of Stress Management (N = 28) (including diaphragmatic breathing, progressive muscle relaxation) or in a no intervention control condition (N = 25). Self-report measures were used for the evaluation of various variables at the beginning and at the end of the eight-week monitoring period. Descriptive and inferential statistic methods were used for the statistical analysis. RESULTS: At the end of the monitoring period, the intervention group showed a statistically significant reduction of Stress and anxiety (p = 0.03, p = 0.01), report of Stress related symptoms (p = 0.003), percentage of disability due to NP (p = 0.000) and NP intensity (p = 0.002). At the same time, daily routine satisfaction levels were elevated (p = 0.019). No statistically significant difference was observed in cortisol measurements. CONCLUSIONS: Stress Management has positive effects on NP patients.
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an 8 week Stress Management program in pathological gamblers a pilot randomized controlled trial
Journal of Psychiatric Research, 2014Co-Authors: C Linardatou, A Parios, Liza Varvogli, Christina DarviriAbstract:Abstract Stress plays a major role at the onset and relapse of pathological gambling (PG), but at the same time it can also be the aftermath of gambling behavior, thus revealing a reciprocal relationship. Although the role of Stress has been well-documented, there is a paucity of studies investigating the effect of an adjunctive Stress Management program on PG. In this 8-week parallel randomized waitlist controlled trial pathological gamblers, already in the gamblers anonymous (GA) group, were assigned randomly in two groups, with the intervention group (n = 22) receiving an additional Stress Management program (consisting of education on diet and exercise, Stress coping methods, relaxation breathing –RB- and progressive muscle relaxation -PMR). Self-reported measures were used in order to evaluate Stress, depression, anxiety, sleep quality/disturbances, life-satisfaction and daily routine. The statistical analyses for the between group differences concerning the main psychosocial study outcomes revealed a statistically significant amelioration of Stress, depression, anxiety symptoms and an increase of life-satisfaction and a better daily routine in participants of the intervention group. We hope that these will encourage researchers and clinicians to adopt Stress Management in their future work.
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effectiveness of a Stress Management program in smoking cessation randomized control trial
European Respiratory Journal, 2013Co-Authors: Maria Michou, Stamatoula Tsikrika, Christina Gratziou, Christina DarviriAbstract:Although smoking habit remains a public health issue, current therapies for smoking cessation are not very effective. Stress can be a critical factor for inefficient results. A non-blind randomized control trial was designed to examine if a Stress Management program, as a complementary therapy, can increase smoking cessation rates. 49 individuals participated in the research (26 interventions and 23 controls). Participants received medication or/and medical counseling. In the intervention arm an 8 week Stress Management program was given, including: progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery and autogenic training, with lifestyle instructions. Measurements included: a Daily Routine, Lifestyle and Health Questionnaire, Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), Health Locus of Control Scale (HLC), Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21), Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence and Salivary Cortisol. Both groups resulted in a statistically significant reduction in daily cigarettes and nicotine dependence. The intervention’s group smoking rates were higher than the control’s group (77% and 43% respectively). Additionally, the interventions had a significant reduction in PSS score (p
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implementation of a Stress Management program in outpatients with type 2 diabetes mellitus a randomized controlled trial
Hormones (Greece), 2002Co-Authors: Efi Koloverou, Nikolaos Tentolouris, Chryssa Bakoula, Christina DarviriAbstract:OBJECTIVE: Although there is scientific evidence that Stress adversely affects metabolic control, only a few studies have examined the role of Stress Management in improving glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). In this study, we investigated the effect of a relaxation technique on levels of Stress and glycemic control. DESIGN: A total of 53 patients with type 2 DM were randomly assigned to undergo either an 8-week Stress Management program, consisting of 10 min of diaphragmatic breathing and 15 min of progressive muscle relaxation twice per day (n=25, intervention group), or not (n=28, control group). Perceived Stress, health locus of control and HbA1c were primary outcomes and were measured before and after intervention. RESULTS: In the intervention group, perceived Stress score (PSS) and HbA1c had decreased significantly (P<0.05) by the end of the program. Specifically concerning the PSS, the higher the initial levels of perceived Stress the greater the benefit of the intervention. No other significant changes were found. CONCLUSIONS: Our results show a beneficial role of Stress Management for patients with type 2 DM, as regards both Stress levels and glycemic control. It is recommended to consider this type of treatment as an adjunct to conventional therapy. We deem that our study could encourage future studies in this area with larger samples, longer duration and more objective measurements.
George S. Everly - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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critical incident Stress Management cism updated review of findings 1998 2002
Aggression and Violent Behavior, 2004Co-Authors: Raymond B. Flannery, George S. EverlyAbstract:Critical incident Stress Management (CISM) represents a departure from earlier univariate crisis intervention strategies. CISM is a comprehensive, multicomponent, crisis intervention approach that includes preincident training, acute care interventions, and postincident response follow-up. The first review of this literature included published reports through 1997. This report covers the period from 1998-2002. A databased search revealed 20 papers of specific CISM programs or multiple interventions programs that are CISM-like in nature. These papers are reviewed and the strengths and weaknesses of the literature as a whole are presented; implications are discussed.
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Critical incident Stress Management -CISM-
1997Co-Authors: George S. Everly, Raymond B. Flannery, Jeffrey T. MitchellAbstract:Critical incident Stress Management (CISM) comprises a range of crisis intervention services that usually include precrisis training, individual crisis counseling, group debriefing, and postincident referral for primary and secondary victims. CISM is utilized to address the aftermath of violent acts, and has evolved from earlier crisis intervention and group psychological debriefing procedures. These approaches have been used throughout the world, and CISM is emerging as a standard of care. This article reviews the literature on crisis intervention, group debriefing, and CISM interventions within a methodological context. Strengths and weaknesses of the literature as a whole are presented. Implications of the findings are discussed.
Michael H Antoni - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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the importance of perceived Stress Management skills for patients with prostate cancer in active surveillance
Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 2015Co-Authors: Betina Yanez, Michael H Antoni, Jason R. Dahn, Bruce R Kava, Suzanne C Lechner, Natalie E Bustillo, Frank J PenedoAbstract:Little is known about whether and how Stress Management skills may improve adjustment for men diagnosed with prostate cancer who opt for active surveillance. This study examined whether two types of perceived Stress Management skills, specifically the ability to relax and confidence in coping, moderated the relationship between prostate cancer (PC) concerns and psychological diStress. Participants were 71 ethnically diverse men in active surveillance. Coping confidence moderated the relationship between PC concerns and intrusive thoughts (p .05. Coping confidence also moderated the relationship between PC treatment concerns (a subscale of PC concerns) and intrusive thoughts. At low levels of coping confidence, PC treatment concerns was positively associated with intrusive thoughts, β = .73, p .05. Findings underscore the importance of interventions aimed at improving coping in men undergoing active surveillance.
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association of Stress Management skills and perceived Stress with physical and emotional well being among advanced prostrate cancer survivors following androgen deprivation treatment
Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, 2013Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Lara Traeger, Catherine Benedict, Eric S Zhou, Mikal Rasheed, Bruce R Kava, Mark S Soloway, Sara J Czaja, Michael H AntoniAbstract:Advanced prostate cancer (APC) is associated with disruptions that compromise health related quality of life (HRQOL). Treatment often includes androgendeprivation therapy (ADT), which results in a range of side effects (e.g., fatigue, urinary dysfunction) that further impact HRQOL. Despite these challenges, there are limited evaluations of the impact of Stress and Stress Management skills on HRQOL among APC survivors on ADT. This study evaluated relationships among Stress, Stress Management skills, and HRQOL, and it was hypothesized that better Stress Management skills would relate to greater physical and emotional well-being by mitigating perceived Stress levels. Participants (N = 77) were 69.7 years old (SD = 9.8), 18.6 months post-treatment (SD = 17.5), and ethnically diverse (65 % Non-Hispanic White, 13 % Hispanic, 21 % African-American). Measures included the Measure of Current Status for Stress Management skills, the Perceived Stress Scale for perceived Stress, and the Medical Outcomes Study—Short Form (MOS SF-36; physical functioning and emotional well-being subscales) for HRQOL. Direct effects and mediation models were evaluated to determine the relationships between perceived Stress, Stress Management skills, and HRQOL domains, controlling for relevant covariates. Stress Management skills and perceived Stress were significantly associated with physical functioning (β = .24, p < .05 and β = −.43, p < .01, respectively) and emotional well-being (β = .35, p < .01 and β = −.64, p < .01, respectively). Regression analyses supported the hypothesis that reduced perceived Stress mediated the relationship between Stress Management skills and both physical functioning and emotional well-being. These results demonstrate that one way Stress Management skills may impact HRQOL is by lessening ongoing perceptions of Stress.
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how Stress Management improves quality of life after treatment for breast cancer
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 2006Co-Authors: Michael H Antoni, Suzanne C Lechner, Aisha Kazi, Sarah R Wimberly, Tammy Sifre, Kenya R Urcuyo, Kristin M Phillips, Stefan Gluck, Charles S CarverAbstract:: The range of effects of psychosocial interventions on quality of life among women with breast cancer remains uncertain. Furthermore, it is unclear which components of multimodal interventions account for such effects. To address these issues, the authors tested a 10-week group cognitive-behavioral Stress Management intervention among 199 women newly treated for nonmetastatic breast cancer, following them for 1 year after recruitment. The intervention reduced reports of social disruption and increased emotional well-being, positive states of mind, benefit finding, positive lifestyle change, and positive affect for up to 12 months (indeed, some effects strengthened over time). With respect to mechanisms tested, the intervention increased confidence in being able to relax at will. There was also evidence that effects of the intervention on the various outcomes examined were mediated by change in confidence about being able to relax. Thus, this intervention had beneficial effects on diverse aspects of quality of life after treatment for breast cancer, which appear linked to a specific Stress Management skill taught in the intervention.
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Perceived Stress Management skill mediates the relationship between optimism and positive mood following radical prostatectomy.
Health Psychology, 2003Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Ivan Molton, Michael H Antoni, Bernard A. Roos, Jeffrey S Gonzalez, Charles S Carver, Jason R. Dahn, Neil SchneidermanAbstract:This study evaluated relations among optimism, perceived Stress Management skills (PSMS),and positive mood in 46 men who had surgical treatment for localized prostate cancer. The authors found that optimism, PSMS, and positive mood scores were positively correlated. Positive mood was unrelated to demographic and disease-related control variables. In a hierarchical regression model controlling for PSMS, the relationship between optimism and positive mood became nonsignificant, whereas PSMS remained a correlate of positive mood. Results suggest that the relationship between optimism and positive mood may be mediated by belief in being able to use Stress Management techniques effectively.
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Stress Management and psychoneuroimmunology in hiv infection
Cns Spectrums, 2003Co-Authors: Michael H AntoniAbstract:Does Stress Management affect psychological and immune functioning in persons with human immunodeficiency virus infections? Stress-Management techniques, such as relaxation training and imagery, cognitive restructuring, coping-skills training, and interpersonal-skills training, may reduce anxiety, depression, and social isolation in HIV-infected persons by lowering physical tension and increasing a sense of control and self-efficacy. A psychoneuroimmunologic model is proposed wherein these psychological changes are hypothesized to be accompanied by an improved ability to regulate neuroendocrine functioning, which in turn may be associated with a partial normalization of immune system functions such as lymphocyte proliferation and cytotoxicity, providing more efficient surveillance of latent viruses that may contribute directly to increased HIV replication and generate opportunistic infections or cancer if left unchecked. Such a normalization of Stress-associated immune system decrements are hypothesized to forestall or minimize increases in viral load and expression of clinical symptoms. This model is useful for testing the factors contributing to the health effects of Stress-Management interventions in HIV-infected persons. In this context, one general research strategy for testing the effects of Stress-Management interventions is to target them toward the more prevalent psychosocial challenges that HIV-infected people face at various points in the disease process; enroll an HIV-infected population (eg, HIV-positive homosexual and bisexual men) into a randomized trial; and monitor changes in cognitive, affective, behavioral, and social factors in parallel with hormonal, immunologic, viral, and clinical changes over the course of time. This article will review the major psychoneuroimmunologic findings that have emerged using this paradigm and suggest future research directions and clinical applications.
Frank J Penedo - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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the importance of perceived Stress Management skills for patients with prostate cancer in active surveillance
Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 2015Co-Authors: Betina Yanez, Michael H Antoni, Jason R. Dahn, Bruce R Kava, Suzanne C Lechner, Natalie E Bustillo, Frank J PenedoAbstract:Little is known about whether and how Stress Management skills may improve adjustment for men diagnosed with prostate cancer who opt for active surveillance. This study examined whether two types of perceived Stress Management skills, specifically the ability to relax and confidence in coping, moderated the relationship between prostate cancer (PC) concerns and psychological diStress. Participants were 71 ethnically diverse men in active surveillance. Coping confidence moderated the relationship between PC concerns and intrusive thoughts (p .05. Coping confidence also moderated the relationship between PC treatment concerns (a subscale of PC concerns) and intrusive thoughts. At low levels of coping confidence, PC treatment concerns was positively associated with intrusive thoughts, β = .73, p .05. Findings underscore the importance of interventions aimed at improving coping in men undergoing active surveillance.
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association of Stress Management skills and perceived Stress with physical and emotional well being among advanced prostrate cancer survivors following androgen deprivation treatment
Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, 2013Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Lara Traeger, Catherine Benedict, Eric S Zhou, Mikal Rasheed, Bruce R Kava, Mark S Soloway, Sara J Czaja, Michael H AntoniAbstract:Advanced prostate cancer (APC) is associated with disruptions that compromise health related quality of life (HRQOL). Treatment often includes androgendeprivation therapy (ADT), which results in a range of side effects (e.g., fatigue, urinary dysfunction) that further impact HRQOL. Despite these challenges, there are limited evaluations of the impact of Stress and Stress Management skills on HRQOL among APC survivors on ADT. This study evaluated relationships among Stress, Stress Management skills, and HRQOL, and it was hypothesized that better Stress Management skills would relate to greater physical and emotional well-being by mitigating perceived Stress levels. Participants (N = 77) were 69.7 years old (SD = 9.8), 18.6 months post-treatment (SD = 17.5), and ethnically diverse (65 % Non-Hispanic White, 13 % Hispanic, 21 % African-American). Measures included the Measure of Current Status for Stress Management skills, the Perceived Stress Scale for perceived Stress, and the Medical Outcomes Study—Short Form (MOS SF-36; physical functioning and emotional well-being subscales) for HRQOL. Direct effects and mediation models were evaluated to determine the relationships between perceived Stress, Stress Management skills, and HRQOL domains, controlling for relevant covariates. Stress Management skills and perceived Stress were significantly associated with physical functioning (β = .24, p < .05 and β = −.43, p < .01, respectively) and emotional well-being (β = .35, p < .01 and β = −.64, p < .01, respectively). Regression analyses supported the hypothesis that reduced perceived Stress mediated the relationship between Stress Management skills and both physical functioning and emotional well-being. These results demonstrate that one way Stress Management skills may impact HRQOL is by lessening ongoing perceptions of Stress.
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A randomized clinical trial of group-based cognitive-behavioral Stress Management in localized prostate cancer: Development of Stress Management skills improves quality of life and benefit finding
Annals of behavioral medicine : a publication of the Society of Behavioral Medicine, 2006Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Scott Siegel, Dave Kinsinger, Biing-jiun Shen, Lara Traeger, Ivan Molton, Neil Schneiderman, Jason R. Dahn, Michael AntoniAbstract:BACKGROUND: Recent literature has indicated that a significant percentage of oncology patients describe finding some benefit (e.g., improved personal growth, sense of meaning, and enhanced interpersonal relationships) in the cancer experience. However, few studies have investigated the role of group-based psychosocial interventions in improving benefit finding (BF), and virtually none have investigated these constructs in men. PURPOSE: This study examined whether a cognitive-behavioral Stress Management (CBSM) intervention improves BF and quality of life (QoL) in men recovering from treatment for localized prostate cancer. METHODS: Participants in this study were 191 men (M age = 65.1) treated with radiation or radical prostatectomy for clinically localized (i.e., Stage I or II) prostate cancer. Participants were primarily non-Hispanic White (40%) or Hispanic (41%), followed by Black (18%) and other ethnicity (1%), were an average of 65.1 years old (SD = 7.7), and earned an average of 47,800 US dollars annually (SD = 41,000 US dollars). Participants were randomized to either a 10-week group-based cognitive-behavioral Stress Management intervention or a half-day educational seminar as a control condition. All participants provided demographic information and completed the Positive Contributions Scale-Cancer to assess BF, the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy to measure quality of life, and a measure of perceived Stress Management skills. Structural equation modeling was utilized for all analyses. RESULTS: Results indicated that the CBSM condition led to increases in BF and QoL and that these changes were mediated by the development of Stress Management skills. CONCLUSIONS: Results support the use of group-based cognitive-behavioral interventions in promoting QoL and BF in this population.
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cognitive behavioral Stress Management improves Stress Management skills and quality of life in men recovering from treatment of prostate carcinoma
Cancer, 2004Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Jason R. Dahn, M Ivan A Molton, S Jeffrey M S Gonzalez, B David S Kinsinger, A Bernard M D Roos, Charles S CarverAbstract:BACKGROUND The current study evaluated the efficacy of a 10-week, group-based, cognitive-behavioral Stress Management (CBSM) intervention relative to a half-day seminar in improving quality of life (QoL) among men who were treated for localized prostate carcinoma (PC) with either radical prostatectomy (RP) or radiation therapy. METHODS Ninety-two men were assigned randomly to either the 10-week CBSM group intervention or a 1-day seminar (control group). The intervention was designed to improve QoL by helping participants to identify and effectively manage Stressful experiences and was focused on the treatment-related sequelae of PC. RESULTS A hierarchical regression model was used to predict postintervention QoL. The final model, including all predictors and relevant covariates (i.e., income, baseline QoL, ethnicity, and group condition), explained 62.1% of the variance in QoL scores. Group assignment was a significant predictor (β = − 0.14; P = 0.03) of QoL after the 10-week intervention period, even after controlling for ethnicity, income, and baseline QoL. Post-hoc analyses revealed that individuals in the CBSM intervention condition showed significant improvements in QoL relative to men in the 1-day control seminar. Improved QoL was mediated by greater perceived Stress-Management skill. CONCLUSIONS A 10-week cognitive-behavioral group intervention was effective in improving the QoL in men treated for PC, and these changes were associated significantly with intervention-associated increases in perceived Stress-Management skills. Cancer 2004;100:192–200. © 2003 American Cancer Society.
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Perceived Stress Management skill mediates the relationship between optimism and positive mood following radical prostatectomy.
Health Psychology, 2003Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Ivan Molton, Michael H Antoni, Bernard A. Roos, Jeffrey S Gonzalez, Charles S Carver, Jason R. Dahn, Neil SchneidermanAbstract:This study evaluated relations among optimism, perceived Stress Management skills (PSMS),and positive mood in 46 men who had surgical treatment for localized prostate cancer. The authors found that optimism, PSMS, and positive mood scores were positively correlated. Positive mood was unrelated to demographic and disease-related control variables. In a hierarchical regression model controlling for PSMS, the relationship between optimism and positive mood became nonsignificant, whereas PSMS remained a correlate of positive mood. Results suggest that the relationship between optimism and positive mood may be mediated by belief in being able to use Stress Management techniques effectively.
Charles S Carver - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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how Stress Management improves quality of life after treatment for breast cancer
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 2006Co-Authors: Michael H Antoni, Suzanne C Lechner, Aisha Kazi, Sarah R Wimberly, Tammy Sifre, Kenya R Urcuyo, Kristin M Phillips, Stefan Gluck, Charles S CarverAbstract:: The range of effects of psychosocial interventions on quality of life among women with breast cancer remains uncertain. Furthermore, it is unclear which components of multimodal interventions account for such effects. To address these issues, the authors tested a 10-week group cognitive-behavioral Stress Management intervention among 199 women newly treated for nonmetastatic breast cancer, following them for 1 year after recruitment. The intervention reduced reports of social disruption and increased emotional well-being, positive states of mind, benefit finding, positive lifestyle change, and positive affect for up to 12 months (indeed, some effects strengthened over time). With respect to mechanisms tested, the intervention increased confidence in being able to relax at will. There was also evidence that effects of the intervention on the various outcomes examined were mediated by change in confidence about being able to relax. Thus, this intervention had beneficial effects on diverse aspects of quality of life after treatment for breast cancer, which appear linked to a specific Stress Management skill taught in the intervention.
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cognitive behavioral Stress Management improves Stress Management skills and quality of life in men recovering from treatment of prostate carcinoma
Cancer, 2004Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Jason R. Dahn, M Ivan A Molton, S Jeffrey M S Gonzalez, B David S Kinsinger, A Bernard M D Roos, Charles S CarverAbstract:BACKGROUND The current study evaluated the efficacy of a 10-week, group-based, cognitive-behavioral Stress Management (CBSM) intervention relative to a half-day seminar in improving quality of life (QoL) among men who were treated for localized prostate carcinoma (PC) with either radical prostatectomy (RP) or radiation therapy. METHODS Ninety-two men were assigned randomly to either the 10-week CBSM group intervention or a 1-day seminar (control group). The intervention was designed to improve QoL by helping participants to identify and effectively manage Stressful experiences and was focused on the treatment-related sequelae of PC. RESULTS A hierarchical regression model was used to predict postintervention QoL. The final model, including all predictors and relevant covariates (i.e., income, baseline QoL, ethnicity, and group condition), explained 62.1% of the variance in QoL scores. Group assignment was a significant predictor (β = − 0.14; P = 0.03) of QoL after the 10-week intervention period, even after controlling for ethnicity, income, and baseline QoL. Post-hoc analyses revealed that individuals in the CBSM intervention condition showed significant improvements in QoL relative to men in the 1-day control seminar. Improved QoL was mediated by greater perceived Stress-Management skill. CONCLUSIONS A 10-week cognitive-behavioral group intervention was effective in improving the QoL in men treated for PC, and these changes were associated significantly with intervention-associated increases in perceived Stress-Management skills. Cancer 2004;100:192–200. © 2003 American Cancer Society.
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Perceived Stress Management skill mediates the relationship between optimism and positive mood following radical prostatectomy.
Health Psychology, 2003Co-Authors: Frank J Penedo, Ivan Molton, Michael H Antoni, Bernard A. Roos, Jeffrey S Gonzalez, Charles S Carver, Jason R. Dahn, Neil SchneidermanAbstract:This study evaluated relations among optimism, perceived Stress Management skills (PSMS),and positive mood in 46 men who had surgical treatment for localized prostate cancer. The authors found that optimism, PSMS, and positive mood scores were positively correlated. Positive mood was unrelated to demographic and disease-related control variables. In a hierarchical regression model controlling for PSMS, the relationship between optimism and positive mood became nonsignificant, whereas PSMS remained a correlate of positive mood. Results suggest that the relationship between optimism and positive mood may be mediated by belief in being able to use Stress Management techniques effectively.
