Date of Award
6-2020
Document Type
Project
Degree Name
Master of Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
First Reader/Committee Chair
Barragan, Armando
Abstract
When recently diagnosed with a chronic illness, individuals face various challenging events that require social support. Nephrology social workers are expected to increase the psychosocial functioning and adjustment of individuals diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Limited studies are available regarding patients with ESRD, social support, and quality of life. This research was intended to explain the effect of familial support on the quality of life of patients diagnosed with ESRD. The research was measured by utilizing a mixed method design with convenience sampling of nephrology social workers employed at inpatient dialysis centers. Participants engaged in the study by completing a questionnaire. Once completed, the data gathered was statistically analyzed through both correlation and content analysis. The findings urged social workers to promote social support in efforts to increase patients’ standard of living.
Recommended Citation
Rodriguez, Fabiola and Ornelas, Yesenia, "FAMILY SUPPORT IN RELATIONS TO THE WELL-BEING OF DIALYSIS PATIENTS" (2020). Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations. 994.
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd/994