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.

Benefit finding in breast cancer predicts better adjustment 

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.

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Benefit finding is the process of deriving positive growth from adversity.

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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

Finding Benefit in Breast Cancer During the Year After Diagnosis Predicts Better Adjustment 5 to 8 Years After Diagnosis.

Benefit finding in breast cancer

Finding meaning or benefit following stress is thought to promote psychological adjustment and has also been linked with antiviral immunity. Studies suggest that many individuals can find some benefit from the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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