Fatores terapêuticos em grupo de apoio a mulheres com câncer de mama

摘要: The aim in this study was to verify and describe the occurrence of therapeutic factors a support group for women with breast cancer. In total, 109 patients 30 companions attended meetings considered on occasion. corpus comprised audio recordings 12 meetings, defined according saturation criterion. analysis involved use three-phase strategy independently developed by researchers, based classification system factors. clear predominance counseling instillation hope observed, which together totaled 80% occurrences addition, were verified during all can be an indicator group's problem-solving ability. Nevertheless, comparative studies are needed clarify whether framework used under is most indicated Key- words - supportive groups; processes; factors; neoplasms