Interface entre oncologia e religiosidade: uma revisão de literatura

Abstract

: Cancer illness is a constant challenge for both patient and family. To deal with daily challenges, several resources are needed, the following question arises: does the person who makes the use of religiosity has a better cope with illness? Intended to answer this, the present article seeks to analyze scientific productions in the área of psychology, which contemplate the relationship between religiosity and oncology. For this, an integrative literature review of studies published between 2018 and 2022 was performed in relation to religiosity and oncology. The review was made in Lilacs, Pepsic, and Scielo databases, using the descriptors religiosity and oncology. A total of 26 articles were found and five was selected. Exclusion criteria were international articles, literature reviews, articles from other áreas, thesis and dissertations. In the selected articles, the results demonstrated the relevance of the theme.