“We hope to, but…”: Chinese frontliners' barriers in providing psychosocial care for cancer survivors

The findings shed light on the complexities and barriers among frontline professionals in providing psychosocial oncology care. A central paradox emerged between professionals' desire to offer comprehensive care and the systemic barriers encountered, including limited institutional support and resources, and low public awareness. This study highlighted the need for a context-specific psychosocial oncology framework for research and practice. Interdisciplinary collaboration should be made among research, policy, and social education, which aims to enrich public awareness of psychosocial oncology and provide financial and resource support for practices.