Group therapy processes and treatment outcomes in 2 couple ‐focused group interventions for breast cancer patients

ConclusionsFostering 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 - December 27, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Sharon L. Manne, Deborah Kashy, Scott D. Siegel, Carolyn J. Heckman Tags: PAPER Source Type: research