Abstract
Social support has been found to have a strong influence on health but the precise way in which this works is not agreed. Definitions of social support also vary. This paper considers these definitions and theories and goes on to look at how social support affects coping, its possible negative aspects, and reciprocity in giving and receiving support. These ideas are then applied to the role of confidants and lay supporters as well as professional support. Finally the discussion is related to renal nursing.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 16-21 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | EDTNA-ERCA Journal |
| Volume | 24 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - 1998 |
Keywords
- Laycaters
- Professional carers
- Psychological support
- Renal patients
- Social support