title: Perceived well-being in malignant melanoma survivors.
abstract: This study examined well-being in survivors of malignant melanoma. A conceptual framework was developed based on a review of the literature that identified locus of control, social support, and self-esteem as having a significant effect on perceived well-being. Data from 31 subjects were analyzed revealing that internal locus of control and self-esteem had a direct positive effect on well-being. This study provided new information for understanding the variables that influence cancer survivors' perceptions of well-being.
authors.forename: S R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Dirksen
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D008297:Male; D008545:Melanoma / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000523:psychology; D011788:Quality of Life; D012649:Self Concept; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D012944:Social Support