Support Groups - Research Article from World of Health

This encyclopedia article consists of approximately 2 pages of information about Support Groups.

Support Groups - Research Article from World of Health

This encyclopedia article consists of approximately 2 pages of information about Support Groups.
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Support groups are groups of people who, often on a volunteer basis, help others in need of guidance, sympathy, and kindness. There are many different kinds of support groups such as HIV and AIDS support group, Alcoholics anonymous support group, different cancer support groups, Step-parents support group, New mom's support group, Twins support group and so on. The main purpose of these groups is to make moral support and information readily available to those individuals who need it, in order to live their lives to the fullest.

Many people with cancer, AIDS, and other life-threatening diseases face many challenges that may leave them feeling overwhelmed, afraid, and alone. Sometimes, it can be difficult to cope with these challenges or even to talk to supportive family and friends. Such people may find it therapeutic to meet with other people who have a problem similar to theirs and...

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