Experiences of adults with stroke attending a peer-led peer-support group
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چکیده
Abstract Purpose: Peer-support groups for stroke survivors are often organized and facilitated by health authorities disability related organizations within rehabilitation programs. However, the benefits of peer-led, peer-support have not yet been evaluated. The purpose this study was to explore participants’ experiences in a community-based, group survivors. Materials Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted analyzed following constructivist grounded theory with 11 participants who attended people stroke. data also complemented one quantitative rating question regarding their experience attending group. Results: Three themes identified. Meeting unmet needs after captured how created address life community post-stroke. Buddies helping buddies highlighted that recovery is shared process at group, where members help encourage each other contribute what they can. Creating authentic friendships revealed experienced social connection developed relationships Conclusions: Peer-led, may provide opportunities connect like-minded fun while exploring abilities.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Brain Impairment
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['1443-9646', '1839-5252']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/brimp.2023.3