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    Others Had Similar Problems and You Were Not Alone

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    Authors
    Arndt, M.
    Murchie, F.
    Schembri, A.
    Davidson, Patricia
    Date
    2009
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Arndt, Maryse and Murchie, Fiona and Schembri, Anthony and Davidson, Patricia. 2009. Others Had Similar Problems and You Were Not Alone. Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing. 24 (4): pp. 328-335.
    Source Title
    Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
    ISSN
    0889-4655
    Faculty
    Faculty of Health Sciences
    Centre for Cardiovascular and Chronic Care
    Nursing and Midwifery Sydney
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/2945
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    Background: Dealing with psychological and social issues is an important aspect of comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs. Study Aim: This study aims to evaluate the use of an open-group mutual aid model facilitated by a social worker and occupational therapist in a secondary prevention CR program. Method: A mixed-method study, using questionnaires, focus group data, and reflective interviews of group facilitators, was used to evaluate the program. Study findings: Key themes emerging from this study were (1) the need for provision of hope; (2) a desire for structure and support; (3) appreciation of support of fellow group participants; and (4) the need to individuals to review, process, and interpret their illness trajectory. Conclusions: In this single site study, an open-group model using a mutual aid model was acceptable and helpful as a method to facilitate adjustment after an acute cardiac event. Further evaluation of this approach using experimental methods is warranted.

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