Effects of Communication-Debilitating Illnesses and Injuries On Close Relationships: A Relational Maintenance Perspective
dc.contributor.author | Bute, Jennifer J. | |
dc.contributor.author | Donovan-Kicken, Erin | |
dc.contributor.author | Martins, Nicole | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2014-07-31T17:39:32Z | |
dc.date.available | 2014-07-31T17:39:32Z | |
dc.date.issued | 2007-12 | |
dc.description.abstract | A communication-debilitating illness or injury (CDI) presents significant challenges for patients as well as for friends and family. In a qualitative study of the effects of a CDI on close relationships, 28 individuals with loved ones who had experienced a CDI were interviewed. Participants described adjustments in communication with the patient and explained what it is like to experience a relationship with a CDI patient. Themes that emerged transcended the type of illness and relationship. Recommendations are made for further research that focuses on patients' relationships with a variety of social network members, beyond primary caregivers. | en_US |
dc.identifier.citation | Bute, J. J., Donovan-Kicken, E., & Martins, N. (2007). Effects of communication-debilitating illnesses and injuries on close relationships: A relational maintenance perspective. Health communication, 21(3), 235-246. | en_US |
dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/1805/4826 | |
dc.language.iso | en_US | en_US |
dc.subject | communication-debilitating illness | en_US |
dc.subject | patient relationships | en_US |
dc.title | Effects of Communication-Debilitating Illnesses and Injuries On Close Relationships: A Relational Maintenance Perspective | en_US |
dc.type | Article | en_US |