MATTHEW BRIAN YOAK, MD

MARIETTA, OH

Research Active
Surgery - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 2 publications 1985 – 1985 NPI: 1922003219
Surgery - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Plastic Surgery
NeoplasmsParentsSocial SupportLeadershipChild, HospitalizedData CollectionSelf-Help GroupsRoleGroup Structure

Practice Location

400 MATTHEW ST
MARIETTA, OH 45750-1644

Phone: (740) 376-5501

What does MATTHEW YOAK research?

Dr. Yoak studies how self-help groups for parents of children with cancer function and how these groups impact families. His research emphasizes the importance of parental involvement, showcasing that these parents not only support one another but also engage in organizing group activities and advocacy work. By analyzing various support group dynamics, he demonstrates that collaboration between parents and healthcare professionals enhances the effectiveness of these groups, especially as traditional healthcare funding faces challenges.

Key findings

  • Parents in support groups play critical roles by providing personal support, organizing activities, and advocating for resources.
  • Support groups led by a combination of parents and professionals tend to last longer and be more active, as seen in the study of 43 groups.
  • Groups that have strong collaboration can better support families during challenging times, creating a vital community network.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Yoak study self-help groups for parents of children with cancer?
Yes, Dr. Yoak researches how these support groups operate and the roles parents play within them.
What are the benefits of parent involvement in these groups?
Parent involvement helps in providing emotional support, organizing activities, and advocating for necessary resources, which are crucial during difficult times.
How does Dr. Yoak's work relate to healthcare professionals?
His findings suggest that collaboration between parents and healthcare professionals enhances the effectiveness of support groups.
What implications does this research have for families facing cancer?
The research highlights the importance of community and support through active parental involvement in self-help groups, which can significantly aid families coping with cancer.
How can support groups affect the coping mechanisms of parents?
Support groups provide a network for parents, helping them share experiences and strategies, thereby improving their ability to cope with the stress of having a child with cancer.

Publications in plain English

Alternative professional roles in health care delivery: leadership patterns in self-help groups.

1985

The Journal of applied behavioral science

Yoak M, Chesler M

Plain English
This study looked at how self-help groups for parents of children with cancer operate and who leads them. Researchers analyzed 43 groups across the U.S. and found that groups led by parents and professionals together lasted the longest, while professionally led groups were the smallest and least active. This is important because it highlights that collaboration between parents and professionals is essential for providing effective support, especially as funding for traditional healthcare continues to decline. Who this helps: This benefits parents of children with cancer and healthcare professionals.

PubMed

Active roles in self-help groups for parents of children with cancer.

1985

Children's health care : journal of the Association for the Care of Children's Health

Yoak M, Chesney BK, Schwartz NH

Plain English
This study looked at 43 support groups for parents of children with cancer to understand how parents actively participate in these groups. Researchers found that parents play important roles at three levels: they support each other personally, help organize group activities, and advocate for resources and policies that benefit families. This is important because these roles help parents cope during a challenging time and create a supportive community. Who this helps: Parents of children with cancer benefit from these self-help groups and their active involvement.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

B K Chesney N H Schwartz M Chesler

Physician data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry . Publication data from PubMed . Plain-English summaries generated by AI. Not medical advice.