March 28, 2026Journal of Pediatric Psychology1 citations
Prioritizing mentors in a peer-to-peer support program for young adult transplant recipients: a qualitative account of mentors’ experience to inform success and sustainability
The aim is to understand how to design mentorship programs that address both emotional and logistical aspects effectively.
Qualitative analysis of mentor experiences in peer-to-peer support programs.
Interviews conducted with mentors to gather insights on demands and benefits.
Focus on emotional support and logistical challenges in mentoring young adult transplant recipients.
Mentors report both satisfaction and challenges in their roles.
Successful mentorship balances emotional support with logistical considerations.
Insights suggest improvements in program design for better mentor-mentee interactions.
Abstract
This study provides novel insights into how mentorship programs can be designed to balance the emotional and logistical demands of mentorship while maximizing its mutual benefits for mentors and mentees.