Abstract
Purpose
This study describes the experiences of patients with metastatic cancer participating in psychodrama group therapy.
Design and Methods
This study was carried out at the cancer hospital of the university, Turkey. The sample consisted of patients with metastatic cancer who participated in 16 weekly psychodrama sessions of 3 h each. The study was analyzed using the NVivo 11 software, the sessions which summarize and code the interviews.
Findings
Five main themes were identified: Anxiety of death, coping strategies, psychological resilience, relieving suffering, and the meaning of life.
Practice Implications
Psychodrama can be used in patients diagnosed with metastatic and other types of cancer to cope with their psychosocial difficulties. Psychiatric nurses can play a leading role in this area.