Navigating Loss and Growth in Chronic Illness: An Interview Study on Physical Activity and Well‐Being
This investigation highlights the value of physical activity beyond traditional health outcomes for those with chronic illnesses. Physical activity emerges as a vital component for existential growth and improved well-being. The study advocates for incorporating meaningful physical activities into care strategies to enrich the quality of life for individuals with chronic and life-threatening diseases.
Authors
- Malene Beck (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4163-263X)
- Nasrin Asgari (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8551-0947)
- Stine Gundtoft Roikjær (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5851-7577)
- Charlotte Simonÿ (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1189-2967)
- Lars Hermann Tang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6055-8696)
- Søren Thorgaard Skou (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4336-7059)
Institutions
- University of Southern Denmark (DK)
- Zealand University Hospital (DK)
- Slagelse Hospital (DK)
- Ringsted Sygehus (DK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences
- Published
- 2025-04-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/scs.70028
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Cancer survivorship and care
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.09
Funders
- Region Sjælland