According to the research, higher benefit finding predicted more positive emotion, higher self-judged quality of life, lower distress, less negative emotion, and less depression symptomatology at follow-up.

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Benefit finding in breast cancer includes potential positive contributions to the woman's life that follow the cancer experience. The benefits range from family and social relationships, life priorities, a sense of spirituality, career goals, self-control, and the ability to accept circumstances.

Benefit finding in breast cancer

Carver, C. S., & Antoni, M. H. (2004). Finding Benefit in Breast Cancer During the Year After Diagnosis Predicts Better Adjustment 5 to 8 Years After Diagnosis. Health Psychology, 23(6), 595–598. https://doi.org/10.1037/0278-6133.23.6.595

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