Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between mutual spouse support and the psychological status of spouses whose mates were being treated for cancer. The conceptual framework was developed from a literature review in which empirical studies and interpersonal theories suggested the importance of social support to health promotion and maintenance in stressful life situations. A descriptive cross-sectional correlational design was used.

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This dissertation has also been disseminated through the ProQuest Dissertations and Theses database. Dissertation/thesis number: 9032527; ProQuest document ID: 303824130. The author still retains copyright.

Author Details

Lillian G. Douglass, PhD, BSCN

Sigma Membership

Mu Sigma

Type

Dissertation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Grounded Theory

Research Approach

Qualitative Research

Keywords:

Spousal Emotional Support, Cancer Patients, Emotional Bonds

Advisor

Alice J. Longman

Degree

PhD

Degree Grantor

The University of Arizona

Degree Year

1990

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None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2019-12-16

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