Kevin Lutz
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Research Subjects
Kevin Lutz has a total of 8 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Celestia S. Higano
University of Washington and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA
1 shared publication - David R. Kuhl
Department of Family Practice, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
1 shared publication - Eugenia Wu
Eugenia C. Wuis an associate professor of marketing, School of Business, University of Pittsburgh, 3950 Roberto & Vera Clemente Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA
1 shared publication - Jan Klimas
Department of Family Practice, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
1 shared publication Jonathan Berkowitz
Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
1 shared publicationMonita Sundar
Prostate Cancer Supportive Care Program, Vancouver Prostate Centre, Gordon and Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre, Vancouver, Canada
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- 16 June 2023
- Published by Springer Nature in Supportive Care in Cancer
- Vol. 31 (7) , 1-9
Living with prostate cancer: a mixed-method evaluation of group therapy intervention to alleviate psychological distress in a Canadian setting
Purpose To assess the effects of group therapy focused on the experience of living with prostate cancer (PC) on depression and mental well-being among men with the disease and to explore participant experiences of a guided opportunity to ‘speak the unspeakable’ as it pertains to living with PC. Methods We used a mixed-method convergent design. Participants completed four validated self-report questionnaires at baseline, immediately after the final session, and at three, six, and 12 months follow-up. A repeated measures mixed-effect model examined the effects of the program on depression, mental well-being, and masculinity. Seven focus groups (n = 37) and 39 semi-structured individual interviews explored participant reactions at follow-up. Results Thirty-nine (93%) participants completed the questionnaires at all follow-ups. Responses indicated improved mental well-being up to three months (p < 0.01) and a decrease in depressive symptoms to 12 months (p < 0.05). Qualitative analysis revealed how the cohesive group environment alleviated psychological stress, enabled participants to identify significant issues and concerns in their lives, and improved communication and relationship skills that were of value in the group as well as with family and friends. The facilitation was essential to guiding participants to ‘speak the unspeakable.’ Conclusion Men with PC who speak of their experience in a group setting with a guided process incorporating features of a life review appear to gain insight into the impact of PC in their lives, experience diminished features of depression and isolation, and enhance their communication skills within the groups as well as with family members and friends.
- 16 June 2023
- Published by Springer Nature in Supportive Care in Cancer
- Vol. 31 (7) , 1-9
Living with prostate cancer: a mixed-method evaluation of group therapy intervention to alleviate psychological distress in a Canadian setting
Purpose To assess the effects of group therapy focused on the experience of living with prostate cancer (PC) on depression and mental well-being among men with the disease and to explore participant experiences of a guided opportunity to ‘speak the unspeakable’ as it pertains to living with PC. Methods We used a mixed-method convergent design. Participants completed four validated self-report questionnaires at baseline, immediately after the final session, and at three, six, and 12 months follow-up. A repeated measures mixed-effect model examined the effects of the program on depression, mental well-being, and masculinity. Seven focus groups (n = 37) and 39 semi-structured individual interviews explored participant reactions at follow-up. Results Thirty-nine (93%) participants completed the questionnaires at all follow-ups. Responses indicated improved mental well-being up to three months (p < 0.01) and a decrease in depressive symptoms to 12 months (p < 0.05). Qualitative analysis revealed how the cohesive group environment alleviated psychological stress, enabled participants to identify significant issues and concerns in their lives, and improved communication and relationship skills that were of value in the group as well as with family and friends. The facilitation was essential to guiding participants to ‘speak the unspeakable.’ Conclusion Men with PC who speak of their experience in a group setting with a guided process incorporating features of a life review appear to gain insight into the impact of PC in their lives, experience diminished features of depression and isolation, and enhance their communication skills within the groups as well as with family members and friends.