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Companionship, Control, and Compassion: A Social Work Perspective on the Needs of Children with Cancer and their Families at the End of Life.

Authors :
Jones, Barbara L.
Christ, Grace
Blacker, Susan
Source :
Journal of Palliative Medicine; Jun2006, Vol. 9 Issue 3, p774-788, 15p, 4 Charts
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

Analyzes the views of pediatric oncology social workers on the psychological needs of dying children and adolescents and their families. Palliative care for children with cancer; Role of social workers in providing palliative care to children with cancer; Differences between the psychological needs of children and adolescents.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10966218
Volume :
9
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Palliative Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
21522372
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1089/jpm.2006.9.774