La qualité de vie de paraplegiques et quadriplégiques: analyse relative a des variables de l'environnement

Abstract

Quality of Life in Paraplegics and Quadriplegics: Analysis of environmental variables Social support and previous parental support were examined in a sample of 135 persons who had sustained a spinal cord injury. The data were analysed using the LISREL technique (Linear Structural Relationships). With regard to the social support variable, a weighting of needs by satisfaction with the "moral support" received is determinant, while the caring dimension of previous parental support is important for self-esteem and the quality of life. The other dimensions of social support and the overprotection dimension of previous parental support did not show any influence. The results suggest an on-going need to enlarge conceptual, methodological and clinical inquiry about these two essential concepts.