Social Support for Women with Breast Neoplasms in the Context of a Pandemic, in Lima Metropolitana

Cubillas-Espinoza P.; Rivera-Cruzatt F.; Malvaceda-Espinoza E. · Revista Colombiana de Psicologia (2026) · DOI: 10.15446/rcp.v35n2.115690

Resumen

This research sought to analyze the perception of social support in women with breast neoplasms, aged between 36 and 68 years in the context of a pandemic in Lima Metropolitana, through intentional sampling. A qualitative study with a reflexive thematic analysis design was conducted, involving sixteen semi-structured interviews. The results indicated that social support was perceived through professional support, moral support, primary support and affective support. In conclusion, it is important not only to provide support to patients through family and friends, but also to provide information, adequate communication, and follow-up as part of the professional support provided by healthcare personnel. This highlights the importance of how patients are treated, as it can affect the continuity of treatment and the attitude of family members, putting women’s health at risk.

Instituciones: Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola