Psychosocial problems in children with terminal and chronic illness and in their families and the importance of psychosocial intervention Kronik ve Ölümcül Hastaliǧi Olan Çocuklarda ve Ailelerinde Ortaya Çikan Sorunlar ve Psikososyal Müdahalenin Önemi

Oǧuzhan M., ERDEN H. G.

Yeni Symposium, cilt.50, sa.3, ss.167-179, 2012 (Scopus) identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 50 Sayı: 3
  • Basım Tarihi: 2012
  • Dergi Adı: Yeni Symposium
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.167-179
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Child, Chronic illness, Fatal, Psychosocial approach
  • Ankara Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Experiencing a chronic illness can result in a number of physical, psychological and social problems within a child. These problems can create obstacles, such as emotional exhaustion, in the daily lives of both the infected children and those who surround them. Therefore, the need for both social and psychological support should be considered when treatment is initiated. In this article we aim to provide information on the reactions of both the children and their family during the lifetime of the disease as well as the psychosocial approaches which address these reactions appropriately. To this end, we have researched local and foreign articles published between 1991 and 2009 and combined the findings with information obtained from relevant books. The findings suggest that many common problems arise within children who are infected with chronic illnesses and the families involved. Additionally, this report includes the significant effects of psychosocial support offered to children and family groups. To begin the healing process, psychologists will provide specialized support to the patients as well as information to the treatment team regarding what should be considered when determining treatment approaches.