Download

Download Full Text (1.3 MB)

Description

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the United States, and these women experience high rates of anxiety, depression, and disruption to daily routines and meaningful occupations. Evidence shows that education on self-management strategies, mindfulness-based interventions, and targeted occupational therapy interventions can support the mental health of women experiencing breast cancer. Furthermore, remaining engaged in meaningful occupations is essential to improving overall well-being and quality of life. The purpose of this capstone project was to develop and deliver accessible, evidence-based education in digital and print formats that specifically target identifying mental health challenges, self-management strategies, and increased engagement in meaningful occupations. This was achieved by creating an educational workbook with four key modules, along with in-person discussion sessions with the target population in Northeast Florida.

Publication Date

Summer 8-2026

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Breast cancer, mental health, education, women with breast cancer, mental health education, occupational engagement, occupational therapy

Medical Subject Headings

Breast neoplasms, female, mental health, mindfulness, occupational therapy, quality of life, self-management, occupations

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy

Comments

Poster presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium, held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.

Supporting Mental Health Through Occupation: Education for Women Living with and Beyond Breast Cancer

Share

COinS