Social Interaction of Cancer Survivors in Malta. A sociological analysis

Malta medical journal

Charon Tedesco¹  Michael Briguglio¹ 

关键词: Cancer;    sociological factors;    social networks;    social capital.;   

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学科分类：医学（综合）

来源: University of Malta * Medical School

【 摘 要 】

This research analyzes social interaction of cancer patients in Malta. In particular it applies a qualitative sociological approach to verify how cancer patients interact with family members and society. The research concludes that social interaction of cancer survivors in Malta is characterized by mixed experiences, but at the same time, all cancer patients emphasize the importance of family support. A major finding is that cancer patients do not simply receive support from family members, but also provide it themselves to their relatives. This is not an intended effect of cancer survivorship, but nevertheless it helps strengthen social bonds within families of cancer patients.

【 授权许可】

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