Date of Award
Spring 1984
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Nursing
Abstract
Social support theory provides a rationale for the existance of support and self-help groups in the care of the cancer patient and his family. It is theorized that social support provides a protective, stress-buffering effect during crisis situations and that a lack of social support may be a factor in disease causation. Self-help and support groups offer a means of providing social support. A small research base and various reports substantiate the claims that these groups are helpful. Along with referring patients to groups and acting as group leaders and facilitators, nursing is responsible for identifying those in need of support and further researching the effects of group support.
Recommended Citation
Siegel, Bonnie, "Social Support, Support/Self-Help Groups and Implications for Cancer Nursing" (1984). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 3510.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/3510