School: The Normalizing Factor for Children with Childhood Leukemia. Perspectives of Young Survivors and Their Parents.

Sullivan, Nanci A.; Fulmer, Deborah L.; Zigmond, Naomi

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ERIC Number: EJ641042

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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School: The Normalizing Factor for Children with Childhood Leukemia. Perspectives of Young Survivors and Their Parents.

Sullivan, Nanci A.; Fulmer, Deborah L.; Zigmond, Naomi

Preventing School Failure, v46 n1 p4-13 Fall 2001

A study of 8 children (ages 5-7) with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia found returning to school was a major milestone and that school serves as the mechanism by which young survivors approach the process of living each day. Attendance obstacles are discussed, along with guidelines for maintaining school as a priority. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Attendance, Cancer, Chronic Illness, Coping, Elementary Education, Guidelines, School Attitudes, School Role, Student School Relationship

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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