A life put on hold? Navigating fertility-related considerations after cancer in adolescence and young adulthood (AYA)
Perceptions of putting reproductive goals "on hold" can affect well-being and romantic relationships, and fertility-related uncertainty may cause various negative emotions among young cancer patients/survivors. Arguments against parenthood evolve around cancer-specific concerns, which should be addressed by healthcare providers throughout survivorship. Providers are encouraged to provide patient-specific fertility-related education and psychological support if indicated.
Authors
- Vicky Lehmann
- Larry L. Mullins (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0274-2687)
- Laura J. Waterman
- Taylor L. Morgan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7314-5364)
Institutions
- Oklahoma State University (US)
- Amsterdam Neuroscience (NL)
- Amsterdam University Medical Centers (NL)
- University of Amsterdam (NL)
- Amsterdam UMC Location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (NL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Supportive Care in Cancer
- Published
- 2025-08-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00520-025-09832-9
- Primary Topic
- Family Support in Illness
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- KWF Kankerbestrijding