Journal
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY NURSING
Volume 25, Issue 6, Pages 331-339Publisher
SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC
DOI: 10.1177/1043454208323619
Keywords
school; childhood cancer survivors; qualitative; brain tumors
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Families and children often report a diverse range of academic achievements and challenges after undergoing treatment for a brain tumor This study, explores the experiences of children, youth, and their families as they seek to reintegrate into mainstream educational systems.. Despite the variable experiences. there are many common strategies that could positively influence the child's success in school. Strong communication between parents, school, and health professionals is paramount. Preparing parents to advocate for their children's academic and social needs and developing an awareness of the challenges among school staff has potential to improve outcomes for these children. Equipping the children with the social skills needed to manage social situations will strengthen their ability to overcome the challenges that they face. These study findings shed light on the academic experiences of these children and can lead to the development of Strategies to support families facing similar challenges.
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