Cancer Self-Help Groups in China: A Study of Individual Change, Perceived Benefit, and Community Impact  

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Mok, Bong-Ho

Jenis: Article from Bulletin/Magazine
Dalam koleksi: Small Group Research vol. 32 no. 2 (2008), page 115-132.
Fulltext: 115.pdf (105.64KB)

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In spite of the rapid growth of cancer self-help groups in China, it is not known whether these groups are beneficial to cancer patients. This study, the first of its kind in China, attempted to assess cancer self-help group effectiveness from the members’ perspective. The findings show that an overwhelming majority reported positive changes in their coping behaviors, attitudes toward self, and interpersonal relationships after joining the group. This study also found that the great majority had obtained all the listed benefits. Furthermore, although some agreed that their groups should affect social policies, many were not sure if that was possible. It can be envisaged that Chinese cancer self-help groups will continue to promote individual gains and self-empowerment among their members. Political activism or collective empowerment is not an alternative direction, at least for the time being.

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