Publication Name	World Journal of Psychiatry
Manuscript ID	113887
Country	China

Category	Psychology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Cohort Study
Article Title	Predictive role of family dysfunction on psychological morbidity in breast cancer patients
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Zhi-Juan Li, Liang-Ying Chen, Xiu-Fen Zhuang, Pan-Pan Yang and Yan Fang
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Corresponding Author	Yan Fang, Department of Head and Neck Oncology, Comprehensive Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, No. 438 Jiefang Road, Zhenjiang 212001, Jiangsu Province, China. fangy813@163.com
Key Words	Breast cancer; Family dysfunction; Psychological morbidity; Anxiety; Depression; Risk prediction
Core Tip	This study demonstrates that family dysfunction, particularly communication problems, is a strong independent predictor of psychological morbidity in breast cancer patients. Using the Family Assessment Device and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, we developed and validated a clinical risk prediction model with good accuracy. Early identification of family dysfunction allows timely psychological support and family-centered interventions, which may improve mental health outcomes and treatment adherence in breast cancer care.
Citation	Li ZJ, Chen LY, Zhuang XF, Yang PP, Fang Y. Predictive role of family dysfunction on psychological morbidity in breast cancer patients. World J Psychiatry 2025; In press

Received	2025-09-28 08:46
Peer-Review Started	2025-09-28 08:46
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-10-22 06:07
Return for Revision	2025-10-22 06:07
Revised	2025-10-29 15:17
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-11-04 09:51
Second Decision by Editor	2025-12-11 02:44
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-12-11 07:46
Articles in Press	2025-12-11 07:46
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