Title
Problematic Integration Theory: Implications Of Supportive Communication For Breast Cancer Patients
Abstract
In this analysis, the authors apply Problematic Integration (PI) Theory to the way breast cancer patients engage in and receive support. The theory focuses on the relationship between expectations and desires, and enlightens cognitive and communicative responses to situations that involve tensions between their perceived likelihoods of occurrence and their perceived values. The relationship between PI Theory and its significance in treating and providing support for patients suffering from terminal illnesses is one of great interest to health care providers and those charged with creating supportive messages and support groups for those patients. © Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
Publication Date
5-1-2010
Publication Title
Health Care for Women International
Volume
31
Issue
5
Number of Pages
402-420
Document Type
Article
Personal Identifier
scopus
DOI Link
https://doi.org/10.1080/07399330903359326
Copyright Status
Unknown
Socpus ID
77951068873 (Scopus)
Source API URL
https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/77951068873
STARS Citation
Repass, Michael and Matusitz, Jonathan, "Problematic Integration Theory: Implications Of Supportive Communication For Breast Cancer Patients" (2010). Scopus Export 2010-2014. 908.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/scopus2010/908