Universitas Airlangga Pengarang

ABSTRACTReceived Mar18, 2022Revised Jul17, 2022Accepted Aug20, 2022Published 1 Dec, 2022Objective: Toexplore how the processof coping amongwomen with cervical cancer.Materials and Methods:This study useda qualitative method with phenomenological design. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. Seven participants were selected according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data analysis techniques used were transcribing verbatim data, data coding, categorizing, developing thematic contexts, and interpreting data.Results:The results of this study revealed that socialsupport, hobbies, and spirituality helpedwomen to cope with their illnesses. The results of this study have implications for health care providers to provide holistic care to women with cervical cancer.Conclusion:The process of coping and acceptance of the condition was different among women with cervical cancer, which was influenced by social support, hobbies, and spirituali