Depression Moderates Physical Functioning Over Time in Survivors of Cancer

Rehabilitation Oncology - Rehabilitation Oncology Journal Podcast

Podcast Editor Dr. Stephen Morris leads a discussion with Dr. Patricia Bamonti about her work investigating the role depression plays in moderating physical functional levels among individuals diagnosed with cancer. The discrepancy between self-reported physical function and objective physical performance measures is also discussed. The authors conclude that it is essential that individuals with cancer need comprehensive assessment of physical function in addition to depression symptoms.