Mental health services utilization and expenditures associated with cancer survivorship in the United States
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Mental health services utilization and expenditures associated with cancer survivorship in the United States

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    • Alternative Title:
      J Cancer Surviv
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      Purpose

      The aim of this study is to assess mental health services utilization and expenditures associated with cancer history using a nationally representative sample in the US.

      Methods

      We used data from the 2008–2011 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey and multivariate regression models to assess mental health services use and expenditures among cancer survivors compared to individuals without a cancer history, stratified by age (18–64 and ≥65 years) and time since diagnosis (≤1 vs. >1 year).

      Results

      Among adults aged 18–64, compared with individuals without a cancer history, cancer survivors were more likely to screen positive for current psychological distress and depression regardless of time since diagnosis; survivors diagnosed >1 year ago were more likely to use mental health prescription drugs; those diagnosed within 1 year reported significantly lower annual per capita mental health drug expenditure and out-of-pocket mental health expenditure, while those diagnosed >1 year presented significantly higher annual per capita mental health expenditure. No significant differences in mental health expenditures were found among adults aged 65 or older.

      Conclusions

      Mental health problems presented higher health and economic burden among younger and longer-term survivors than individuals without a cancer history. This study provides data for monitoring the impact of initiatives to enhance coverage and access for mental health services at the national level.

      Implications for cancer survivors

      Early detection and appropriate treatment of mental health problems may help improve quality of cancer survivorship.

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    • Source:
      J Cancer Surviv. 2014; 9(1):50-58
    • Pubmed ID:
      25108481
    • Pubmed Central ID:
      PMC4492105
    • Document Type:
      Journal Article
    • Funding:
      CC999999/Intramural CDC HHS/United States
    • Place as Subject:
      United States
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