Vulnerabilidade ao estresse: pais cuidadores de filhos com câncer

Objective: To investigate the stress experienced by parents who care for children with cancer. Method: Quantitative research performed with 22 mothers who received support at the House of the Child with Cancer in Joao Pessoa/Paraiba, Brazil. Data were collected between March and May 2016 through a sociodemographic and stress vulnerability questionnaire. Data were processed by absolute and relative frequency, mean and standard deviation of the mean, minimum and maximum. Approved CAAE: 49175015100005176. Results: It was verified that 59.1% (13) were male children and 100% (22) female (mothers) who cared for their children; The most prevalent treatment was chemotherapy; 100% of caregivers presented high vulnerability to developing stress. Conclusion: Multiprofisisonal assistance is needed not only for the child diagnosed with cancer, but also for the caregiver and the family that participates and assistance in all moments of suffering