Data analysis
Data were analysed using SPSS (Statistical Package for
Social Sciences Chicago, IL) version 18.0. Statistical significance was defined as P < 0•05. Chi-square test or Fisher’s exact test was used to determine differences in demographical features between the groups. The values obtained from different adaptation levels and perceived social support from family and friend scales were analysed by the paired t-test to determine differences, if any, in the pre- and post test results for each group. For comparing intervention group with control group according to the post test results, ANCOVA was applied. For ANCOVA, the pre-test result was chosen as covariate, the post test result was dependent variable and the groups (intervention and control) were fixed factor.