Table 2

Cancer survivors’ strategies for return to work

Main themeMain categoriesPrimary categories
Active strategies for returning to workAssessing the situationSelf-assessment
Evaluation of supportive resources
Gathering information about returning to work
Self-accommodationPrioritising health
Adjusting expectations
Concealment
Disclosure
Making changes in job condition
Impressing the workplaceSubtle development of support system
Obtaining direct support