Parental Support Intervention in the Oncological Context

A psychological intervention including 4 sessions to assess how participants communicate with their children about the disease and take stock of their questions and difficulties. To identify children's reactions and needs. Practical situation are analyzed and worked through role play centered on communicational difficulties to enhance communicational self-efficacy and mutual support among participants. Emotional regulation strategies are learned through relaxation exercises. A relaxation booklet is given to the participants to practice at home too. Moreover, all participants receive an informational booklet containing age-appropriate recommendations on communication with children about cancer.