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Reported benefits of peer support group involvement by adults with hearing loss.
- Source :
- International Journal of Audiology; Jan2019, Vol. 58 Issue 1, p29-36, 8p, 2 Charts
- Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- Objective: The purpose of this study was to better understand the benefits of self-help group involvement by adults with hearing loss. Design: A secondary content analysis of interview transcripts of participants from a previous study on the impact of stigma on help-seeking was carried out. Study sample: Ten members (aged 55-76 years) of self-help groups for persons with hearing loss in the United States of America and Canada participated in the interviews. Results: Three themes describing the benefits of self-help group participation emerged: (1) Practical and accessible information about hearing loss; (2) Social belonging leading to personal transformation; and (3) A new and mutually beneficial direction. Conclusions: The findings are discussed in relation to the "helper therapy principle", as well as group audiological rehabilitation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14992027
- Volume :
- 58
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Audiology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 134346716
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/14992027.2018.1519604