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Group support for couples coping with a cardiac condition.

M Stewart1, K Davidson, D Meade

  • 1Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. miriam.stewart@ua.ca

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|February 13, 2001
PubMed
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Couples experiencing a first myocardial infarction found a 12-week peer support group beneficial, improving coping, confidence, and relationships. Key factors included participant engagement and cofacilitation.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Psychology
  • Social Science

Background:

  • First-time myocardial infarction (MI) presents unique stressors for patients and spouses.
  • Previous support interventions have not focused on couples affected by MI.
  • A pilot study investigated a novel 12-week couple-focused support group intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the perceived effects and processes of a peer support group intervention for couples after a first myocardial infarction.
  • To identify factors influencing the intervention's success from both participant and facilitator perspectives.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot study involving 28 couples (survivors and spouses) participating in a 12-week cofacilitated support group.
  • Data collection included facilitator field notes, participant weekly diaries, and individual/joint post-intervention interviews.

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  • Analysis focused on facilitators' and participants' perceptions of intervention processes and outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • Support processes observed included social comparison, social learning, and social exchange.
    • Participants received emotional, informational, and affirmation support.
    • All participants reported satisfaction, noting positive impacts on coping, confidence, outlook, and spousal relationships.

    Conclusions:

    • The intervention demonstrated positive outcomes for couples coping with a first myocardial infarction.
    • Factors influencing effectiveness included participant input, cofacilitation, group member similarity, and support provision.
    • Future interventions should consider peer similarity, leadership, and optimal timing/duration.