ReviewJournal of the advanced practitioner in oncology
Comparison of Outcome Measures for Traditional and Online Support Groups for Breast Cancer Patients: An Integrative Literature Review.
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8 citing papers in PubMed.
- How Cancer Online Support Groups Work, for Whom, and in What Circumstances: Realist Review.Journal of medical Internet research · 2026Review
- Use and impact of virtual resources for peer support by young adults living with cancer: A systematic review.Canadian oncology nursing journal = Revue canadienne de nursing oncologique · 2024Article
- Evaluation of disparities in perceived healthcare discrimination amongWomen & health · 2023Article
- Knowledge Acquisition and Social Support in Online Health Communities: Analysis of an Online Ovarian Cancer Community.JMIR cancer · 2022Article
- COVID-19 experiences predicting high anxiety and depression among a sample of BRCA1/BRCA2-positive women in the US.Scientific reports · 2021Article
- COVID-19 Experiences Predicting High Anxiety and Depression Among a Sample of BRCA1/BRCA2-positive Women in the US.Research square · 2021Article
- Psychosocial Interventions for Women with aCancers · 2021Article
- Physical Activity, Mental Health, and Technology Preferences to Support Cancer Survivors During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-sectional Study.JMIR cancer · 2021Article
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Abstract
Despite widespread use of support groups in the breast cancer patient population, there are heterogeneous outcome measurements and inconsistencies in their perceived benefits. The purpose of this integrative literature review is to compare the efficacies of traditional and online support groups for breast cancer survivors through analysis of outcome measurements and determination of strengths and weaknesses. After examining the literature, it was found that online support groups are ideal for women who require additional support or who are unable to attend a traditional group. Alternatively, traditional support groups allow for discussion and support tailored to specific cultures and are especially beneficial when a breast cancer survivor is included in the process. These findings suggest that because both traditional and online support groups have unique roles in the psychosocial support of female breast cancer survivors, individual preferences and needs should be considered when determining which support groups will be beneficial.
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