Abstract:This article reviews the literature ojpsychological treatment strategies used with terminally ill children. Important variables for effective treatment are discussed to provide a framework for psychological intervention in a pediatric setting. (Much of the material in this area is of an anecdotal or case-presentation type.) It is hoped that this review will encourage further research to test current intervention theories and will point out variables that should be considered in any intervention program.As medi… Show more
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