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Despite this burden, 87.9% reported high perceived social support. Mental distress and low self\u2010esteem were reported by 16.9% and 5.9%, respectively. Among 120 sexually active respondents, 70.8% screened positive for sexual dysfunction. Female sex was independently associated with higher anxiety, higher mental distress, and lower perceived social support. Time off therapy less than 8\u00a0years was associated with lower self\u2010esteem. Diagnosis at age \u226412\u00a0years was associated with greater sexual dysfunction.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Adult survivors of childhood cancer experience a substantial and partly hidden psychosocial burden, and their psychological journey is influenced not just by biology, but by the deep\u2010rooted cultural norms and societal structures. 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