PSYCHOSOCIAL MORBIDITY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS

Abstract

The aim of the study was to examine the prevalence of psychosocial morbidity (including perceived social support and psychological distress) and its impact on personal satisfaction and quality of life among cancer patients in Pakistan. This cross-sectional study was conducted between January and June 2022, with a sample of 100 participants (cancer patients) selected using purposive sampling. The findings revealed a significant linear regression equation (F(1, 98) = 22.596, p < .000) with an R² of .187 (R² adjusted = .179), indicating an inverse relationship between psychological distress and quality of life. The study also identified high frequencies of both perceived social support and psychological distress among the participants.