Implications
Previous research regarding attachment and caregiving have focused predominately on the parent-child (or care seeking) systems. While adult attachment and caregiving research is gaining momentum, it still lacks the much-needed attention (Collins & Feeney, 2013). With rates of cancer diagnosis continually on the rise (American Cancer Society, 2016) so is the need for family caregivers (Siegel et al., 2012). As a pivotal moment for the patient and their loved ones, treatment decisions can alter the trajectory of the disease and the various side-effects involved. Often, patients must choose between quality or quantity of life. Considering that one of the critical aspects of care is the support and perspective given during treatment
Previous research regarding attachment and caregiving have focused predominately on the parent-child (or care seeking) systems. While adult attachment and caregiving research is gaining momentum, it still lacks the much-needed attention (Collins & Feeney, 2013). With rates of cancer diagnosis continually on the rise (American Cancer Society, 2016) so is the need for family caregivers (Siegel et al., 2012). As a pivotal moment for the patient and their loved ones, treatment decisions can alter the trajectory of the disease and the various side-effects involved. Often, patients must choose between quality or quantity of life. Considering that one of the critical aspects of care is the support and perspective given during treatment