title: The psychosocial aspects of osteoporosis in women.
abstract: Osteoporosis has been documented to be a physiologically and psychologically debilitating disease. Health perceptions can be improved through both psychosocial support and specific intervention programs. These programs can improve independence and the quality of life of many people afflicted with this disease.
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Education, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, USA.
authors.forename: C M
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Bayles
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Cochran
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Anderson
mesh_terms: D015444:Exercise; D005260:Female; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000523:psychology*; D011788:Quality of Life; D012657:Self-Help Groups