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Additionally, it evaluates a range of psychological interventions designed to improve emotional well-being and compares their effectiveness in addressing specific psychosocial needs. This systematic review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. A comprehensive literature search was carried out across multiple databases\u2014including Web of Science, Scopus, Dialnet, and ProQuest\u2014between March 1 and March 27, 2025. The final sample comprised 15 studies published between 2014 and 2025, encompassing a total of 1,375 participants. The findings indicate that psychological interventions such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and behavioural activation contribute to significant improvements in emotional well-being and, in many cases, overall quality of life. However, several methodological limitations were identified across the reviewed studies, most notably the absence of long-term follow-up assessments and substantial heterogeneity in the measurement instruments employed. These limitations restrict the comparability of findings and underscore the need for more rigorous and standardized research designs. In conclusion, psychological interventions constitute a key component in the comprehensive management of breast cancer. 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