Lifestyle of women with cancer. Part IV. Family support in the battle with cancer
Journal Title: Polish Journal of Public Health - Year 2010, Vol 120, Issue 2
Abstract
[b]Introduction[/b]. The essential element of social support is subjective conviction of individuals that the social network tends to them and that they are respected; additionally they have to believe that network communication is based on mutual obligations. Social support is extremely important for maintenance of health; it protects against diseases and promotes the processes of recovery. [b]Aim[/b]. The objective of the present study was to assess the effects of socio-demographic factors on support perceived subjectively. [b]Material and methods[/b]. The study involved 331 women diagnosed with neoplastic diseases. The research tool was the questionnaire designed by the authors distributed amongst the women attending check-up examinations in the hospital outpatient clinic of the Teaching Hospital no 4 between March 2007 and April 2009. [b]Results and conclusions[/b]. The study findings have led to the following conclusions: women suffering from neoplastic diseases feel support of families and friends, which positively affects their emotional state. The support felt subjectively is related to the heath state. Women who assess their health condition as worse more often feel emotional and instrumental support. Older women, those with children, in steady relationships, and living in the country have the highest chances to receive family support. Social support is fundamental for health maintenance, protection against diseases and recovery.
Authors and Affiliations
Elżbieta Pietryka-Michałowska, Jolanta Szymańska, Anna Toruń-Jurkowska
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