Pilisuk M, Wentzel P, Barry O, Tennant J
University of California-Davis, USA.
Altern Ther Health Med. 1997 Sep;3(5):72-80.
This study was designed to examine how a particular format of a support group for women with breast cancer was related to the use of the group and experiences of the participants.
A total of 131 women who participated in a breast cancer support group under the auspices of the YWCA were interviewed.
Findings replicated existing studies indicating such generic benefits of support group participation as enhanced sense of control, sharing of information and experiences, and acquaintance with positive role models. In addition to these benefits, participants reacted favorably to the opportunities provided by a drop-in format, an exercise component, and opportunities for sharing in a nonmedical setting. Active use of the group was associated with lack of emotional support from family. Active use also was associated with favorable reported outcomes for well-being and health.
本研究旨在探讨乳腺癌女性支持小组的一种特定形式与小组使用情况及参与者体验之间的关系。
对在基督教女青年会赞助下参加乳腺癌支持小组的131名女性进行了访谈。
研究结果重复了现有研究，表明参与支持小组有一些普遍益处，如增强控制感、分享信息和经历以及结识积极的榜样。除了这些益处外，参与者对即席参加形式、锻炼环节以及在非医疗环境中分享的机会反应良好。积极使用该小组与缺乏来自家人的情感支持有关。积极使用还与良好的幸福感和健康状况报告结果相关。
