Abstract

This study sought to identify variables which aid physically ill individuals in maintaining hope. Hope is defined as an expectation of goal attainment which is manifested by an orientation toward the future. It is seen as a means by which the individual maintains the integrity of his being in the midst of many stresses and the onslaught of the environment.

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This dissertation has also been disseminated through the ProQuest Dissertations and Theses database. Dissertation/thesis number: 8022786; ProQuest document ID: 303082538. The author still retains copyright.

Author Details

Edith H. Raleigh, PhD, RN

Sigma Membership

Kappa Iota

Type

Dissertation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Descriptive/Correlational

Research Approach

Pilot/Exploratory Study

Keywords:

Adults with Serious Illness, Social Support, Hope

Advisor

Joyce Fitzpatrick

Degree

PhD

Degree Grantor

Wayne State University

Degree Year

1980

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2020-07-06

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