Journal of Health and Nutrition Research
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026)

Exploring Predictors of Psychological Well-Being Among Women Living with Breast Cancer: A Cross-Sectional Study

Riska Hediya Putri (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Aisyah Pringsewu, Indonesia)
Rini Palupi (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Aisyah Pringsewu, Indonesia)
Feri Kameliawati (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Aisyah Pringsewu, Indonesia)
Salsabila Nurfadhilah Tsany (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Aisyah Pringsewu, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Aug 2026

Abstract

Psychological well-being plays a crucial role in the recovery and quality of life of women diagnosed with breast cancer. Understanding the factors influencing well-being is essential for developing effective psychosocial interventions. This study aims to evaluate the association of several factors with the psychological well-being of women with cancer. A quantitative cross-sectional design was employed at Jenderal Ahmad Yani Regional Public Hospital, Metro, in May 2024. A total of 73 respondents were selected through convenience sampling from a population of 273 patients. Data were collected using the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control Scale (Cronbach’s α = 0.791) and Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being Scale (Cronbach’s α = 0.805). Data were analyzed using Chi-square tests and logistic regression with a significance level of p < 0.05. Chi-square analysis showed that cancer stage (p = 0.003), mastectomy status (p = 0.006), and health locus of control (p < 0.001) were significantly associated with psychological well-being. Logistic regression identified mastectomy and health locus of control as significant predictors. Women who underwent mastectomy were more likely to experience lower psychological well-being (OR = 4.34; p = 0.050), while those with a high health locus of control were more likely to report better well-being (OR = 0.021; p < 0.001). Psychological well-being in women with breast cancer is strongly influenced by health locus of control and mastectomy experience. Enhancing patients’ internal control beliefs and providing targeted psychosocial support, particularly for post-mastectomy patients, may improve psychological adaptation and overall quality of life.

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jhnr

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Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

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The Journal of Health and Nutrition Research (ISSN: 2829-9760) is an international peer-reviewed, scientific, and open-access journal managed by Media Publikasi Cendekia Indonesia. Journal of Health and Nutrition Research aims to provide forum exchanges and interfaces between researchers and related ...