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The Chronically Ill Husband and Father: His Role in the Family.
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Power, Paul W. – Family Coordinator, 1979
A study of men with multiple sclerosis and their families revealed varied behavioral reactions. Utilizing role theory perspectives, reactions are reported and causes for the differing adjustment styles, especially those that came from the family, are discussed. Upon understanding these family determinants, suggestions were made for family…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Behavior Patterns, Family Environment, Family Role
The Adolescent's Reaction to Chronic Illness of a Parent: Some Implications for Family Counseling
Power, Paul W. – International Journal of Family Counseling, 1977
Research on the family has indicated that a chronic, disabling illness affects not only the suffering individual, but also impacts on the family itself, creating a complicated web of interpersonal relationships. The author explores family reactions to a gradual, degenerative illness. (Author)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescents, Family Counseling, Family Problems
The Utilization of the Family in the Rehabilitation of the Chronically Ill Patient: Some Perspectives for the Allied Health Professional
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Power, Paul W. – Journal of Allied Health, 1976
The author's research has emphasized that in addition to providing physical treatment, allied health professionals need to function as resource persons and as advocates for the patient and his family. These roles and the acquisition and inclusion in professional training programs of the skills and knowledge they demand are discussed. (Author/MS)
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations, Allied Health Personnel, Communication Skills, Community Resources