Pillon L R, Joannides G
Columbia University School of Nursing, New York, NY.
Oncol Nurs Forum. 1991 May-Jun;18(4):707-11.
Although many attempts are made at starting cancer support groups, few groups ever stand the test of time. Using a successful, long-standing program as a model is an important first step to establishing a new group. The intricacies of staffing, obtaining resources, and marketing are important factors in maintaining a program for any extended length of time. No matter how much a group is wanted or needed, pitfalls that threaten its existence are bound to occur. Overcoming these pitfalls is the key to a lasting support program.
尽管人们多次尝试启动癌症支持小组，但很少有小组能经受住时间的考验。以一个成功且长期运行的项目为典范是建立新小组的重要第一步。人员配备、获取资源和开展宣传等复杂事务是使任何项目长期维持下去的重要因素。无论一个小组多么受欢迎或多么有必要，威胁其生存的陷阱必然会出现。克服这些陷阱是建立一个持久支持项目的关键。
