title: Support group for families of acute neurological patients.
abstract: A family support group is an adjunct to the successful care of the patient and family experiencing an acute neurological disorder. The research base and theoretical framework for a family support group are explored. Organizational issues in the initiation and maintenance of a family support group are described. Techniques for running a family support group session and common themes and problems that may arise within the group are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000523:psychology*; D009488:Neurosciences; D009720:Nurse Clinicians; D011568:Psychiatric Nursing; D012657:Self-Help Groups / Q000458:organization & administration*