A Novel Palliative Care Peer Support Program for Adolescents and Young Adults

Palliative care literature indicates a dearth of programs addressing the psychosocial needs of adolescents and young adults.

Study in the Journal of Palliative Medicine assessing patient-reported experiences of a palliative care peer support program, analyzed psychometric qualities of the program evaluation, and examined associations with quality-of-life scores to assess validity and potential impact on aspects of adolescents and young adults (AYA) quality of life.

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