Search the list Add your own study to the list Web-Lab Publications archived Social Psychology :: 03. 07. 2007 :: :: Personal Growth and Coping with Arthritis   Rebecca Purc-Stephenson University of Windsor   The purpose of this study is to investigate personal growth and adjustment to arthritis, and how these may change over time. In addition, this study will explore the role of personal characteristics (e.g., optimism, hope) in adjustment and coping with arthritis. This is a web survey