The role of social support, family identification, and family constraints in predicting post ‐traumatic stress after cancer

ConclusionsNumerous studies demonstrate a link between social support and post‐traumatic stress. However, experiences within the family may be more important in predicting post‐traumatic stress after cancer. Furthermore, a sense of belonging to and commonality with the family may reduce the extent to which cancer survivors experience constraints on conversations about cancer; this may, in turn, reduce post‐traumatic stress. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Psycho-Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Tags: PAPER Source Type: research