Citation

Kalu WJ. Women Ther. 1990; 10(3): 75-87.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1990, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J015v10n03_07

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Several studies on the role of individuals and groups in social support networks indicate that such networks are instrumental in preventing depression and low morale as the result of major life events. In several African countries the existence of a strong kin-group relationship and communal style of living nurtures the proliferation of a social support network. This article explores the operation of significant individuals and groups for widowed women within the contemporary Nigerian context.