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Breast Cancer
New breast cancer data have been reported by researchers at Vestfold University College
July 9th, 2009
"This intervention study aimed to promote and examine empowerment processes in women recovering from breast cancer and participating in self-help groups. Feelings of powerlessness may follow from being diagnosed and treated for breast cancer," scientists writing in the Journal of Clinical Nursing report. "In theory, self-help groups may stimulate empowerment, which stands in contrast to powerlessness, by increasing the participants' sense of control. Professional assistance may contribute positively, by assuring that the issue of empowerment is addressed. The study had an intervention design based on the ideas of empowerment and self-help. Three professionally...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-07-09)
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