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

Socpus ID

77951068873 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/77951068873

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