Abstract:Introduction: Beta thalassemia is an inherited genetic disorder that is associated with severe physical and mental illnesses. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of "Friends" program training on the loneliness of children with thalassemia major at thalassemia centers of Golestan.
Materials and Methods:This quasi-intervention study with two intervention and control groups was conducted on 50 children with thalassemia major aged 8-18 years referred to thalassemia centers in Golestan province in 2… Show more
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