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ERIC Number: EJ383555
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1988
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Denial as a Strategy for Coping with Cancer.
Matt, Denise A.; And Others
Journal of Mental Health Counseling, v10 n2 p136-44 Apr 1988
Asserts that, in some situations, one of the most useful strategies for helping cancer patients to cope can be denial. Presents definitions of coping in general and denial in particular. Discusses potential positive functions of denial for cancer patients and provides an overview of potential negative consequences. Concludes with brief summary and discussion of clinical implications. (NB)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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