Supporting Struggling Survivors: The Potential Role of Support Groups in Mitigating Cognitive and Social Deficits in Pediatric Cancer Survivors

We assessed cognitive and social deficits of pediatric cancer survivors in a sample of 86 participants (48 support group attendees, Mage = 39.78). Late effects were evident compared to relevant normative populations. Preliminary results suggested participation in support groups somewhat mitigated social deficits, with inverse patterns for cognitive deficits.