Document Type

Dissertation

First Faculty Advisor

Morse, Christopher

Keywords

Family communication; Organ donation

Publisher

Bryant University

Abstract

Organ donors are in high demand and although many individuals have a favorable attitude toward organ donation, very few are committed to donating. This study aims to examine the impact of mother-daughter relationships and the conversation that stems from this bond on decisions to donate. Some factors that exist within family communication such as attitudes, willingness to communicate, experience, and knowledge may not just impact the perspectives of adults but also the donation decisions of their college-aged children.

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