Am J Psychiatry 1975; 132:56-59
Copyright © 1975 by American Psychiatric Association
Psychoemotional aspects of mastectomy: a review of recent literature
MJ Asken
Department of Psychology, West Virginia University, Morgantown 26506.
The author reviews the recent literature on the psychological aspects of
mastectomy, including psychological reactions to the procedure and
appropriate intervention strategies. He discusses individual and familial
fears and concerns related to mastectomy and emphasizes the importance of
preoperative counseling and postoperative rehabilitation.
