Perceptions of Support Groups Among Older Breast Cancer Survivors: “I've Heard of Them, but I've Never Felt the Need to Go”

Conclusions: Despite awareness and availability, most participants did not use support groups as a resource during their primary or post–cancer treatment. Implications for Practice: Structural changes can benefit existing models of support groups including how and when support needs and services are discussed with survivors and a shift toward the inclusion of practical information.
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