The Effect of Social Support and Meaning of Life on the Quality-of-Life Care for Terminally Ill Patients

In conclusion, experiencing one’s life as meaningful is positively related to the well-being for dying patients. Social support provided by a close relative had a positive influence on the patient’s meaning of life and overall life satisfaction.

Source: American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine - October 4, 2015 Category: Palliative Care Authors: Dobrikova, P., Pcolkova, D., AlTurabi, L. K., West, D. J. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research