Group therapy processes and treatment outcomes in two couple ‐focused group interventions for breast cancer patients

ConclusionFostering a positive group environment bolsters treatment efficacy for women with early stage breast cancer and their partners attending couple‐focused groups. Facilitating the leader‐member alliance bolsters treatment efficacy. Improving engagement with one member of a couple impacts the other member.

Source: Psycho-Oncology - October 31, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Sharon L. Manne, Deborah Kashy, Scott D. Siegel, Carolyn J. Heckman Tags: PAPER Source Type: research