Beatriz Silva and Luísa Soares* Orcid: 0000-0002-5373-1320
Universidade da Madeira, Department of Psychology, Portugal
Email of corresponding author: [email protected]
Abstract: A proposal for a 6-session psychological intervention plan is presented, based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dignity Therapy, for a convenience sample of women with breast cancer in Palliative Care, which considers the specificities of this population and will seek to promote their well-being and quality of life. Following the philosophy of Palliative Care, an intervention focused on the person with the illness and their family was conceptualized to promote acceptance of death and manage the quality of life with dignity. The intervention plan (observational study) includes not only the individual with the disease but also their caregiver, recognizing the interconnectedness of their experiences. The emphasis on topics like breaking the “Conspiracy of Silence,” caregiver support, and grief management reflects a deep understanding of the multifaceted nature of palliative care.