Relationship Between Types of Social Support, Coping Strategies, and Psychological Distress in Individuals Living With Congenital Heart Disease

Conclusion: Individuals with CHD who have low perceived and received social support are vulnerable to experiences of psychological distress. Assessments of social support and facilitation of positive coping strategies are integral to nursing care for adults with CHD.
Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing - Category: Nursing Tags: ARTICLES: Congenital Heart Disease Source Type: research