Profiles of Stigma and Associated Factors Among Lung Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy: A Latent Profile Analysis

Stigma heterogeneity in persons with lung cancer underscores the need for tailored psychosocial interventions. Enhancing psychological resilience and social support may mitigate stigma burden-particularly in high-risk subgroups. Clinical strategies for persons receiving chemotherapy should integrate stigma assessment and target modifiable predictors to improve mental health outcomes. This study highlights the clinical complexity of stigma management in oncology palliative care.