Thankfully, times have changed and our society is recognizing the benefits of support groups. The National Cancer Institute recently launched a national campaign to raise awareness of the important role that support groups play in improving the quality of life for people with chronic illnesses. Mental health professionals have suggested that support groups can help people feel more in control and have a greater chance of treatment success.
Recent evidence indicates a link between breast cancer support groups and increased longevity.
Sleep disorder patients misunderstood People with sleep disorders often have a history of having been to several doctors who were unable to diagnose their condition. They may have been labeled as suffering from depression or even hypochondria. Because sleep disorder sufferers frequently look healthy, the public and family members often have little sympathy and see their fatigue as laziness. Once an individual is correctly diagnosed and undergoing treatment, it is important that they have support and encouragement to continue on their treatment plan. Support groups help in several ways.