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. 2005 Apr;34(4):288-9.

Peer support for cancer patients

Joanna Tilkeridis  1 , Lera O'Connor, Giovanna Pignalosa, Michael Bramwell, Michael Jefford
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  • PMID: 15861755
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Peer support for cancer patients

Joanna Tilkeridis et al. Aust Fam Physician. 2005 Apr.

Abstract

People directly affected by cancer report significant psychological distress. Peer support programs are based on the premise that shared experience is a valuable resource that assists individuals to adjust to, and cope effectively with, stressful events. This article considers two types of peer support service available to cancer patients--telephone peer support (the 'Cancer Connect' program) and cancer support groups.

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