Canadian Medical Guide > Health Care > Health Care Economics and Organizations > Organizations > Self-Help Groups Terms and Definitions

Self-Help Groups

Medical Definition:	Organizations which provide an environment encouraging social interactions through group activities or individual relationships especially for the purpose of rehabilitating or supporting patients, individuals with common health problems, or the elderly. They include therapeutic social clubs.
Also Called:	Clubs, Therapeutic Social
Previously Indexed:	Organizations (1968-1972)

Self-Help Groups Categories.

Alcoholics Anonymous - An organization of self-proclaimed alcoholics who meet frequently to reinforce their practice of abstinence.

CANADIAN MEDICAL GUIDE

Thank you for visiting Canadian Medical Guide .com