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This integrative volume is designed as a full resource for the psychological issues associated with cancer. Experts in a variety of areas (oncology. psychiatry, psychology, medicine, and social work) bring their insights to bear on treatment of the complex issues of cancer treatment. A range of therapy strategies are discussed, as well as varieties of therapeutic modalities. Included are evidence-based strategies for effective care for both individual and group settings. Attention is also given to care beyond the patient, including families and care givers. This volume is a comprehensive guide to providing psychotherapy in tandem with other cancer treatments and is essential guide to the present practical concerns as well as future research directions.
List of contents
Psychooncology.- The role of communication between the patient and the clinical oncologist in referral to psychotherapy.- Psychiatric Disorders and Use of Psychotropic Medications in Cancer.- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Cancer.- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Cancer.- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in Cancer.- Schema Therapy in Cancer.- Mindfulness Based Interventions in Cancer.- Emotion Focused Therapy in Cancer.- Existential Therapy in Cancer.- Art Therapy in Cancer.- Positive Psychotherapy in Cancer.- Psychosocial Approaches in Child Cancer Patients.- Psychosocial Approaches in Elderly Cancer Patients.- Oncological Approach to Terminal Patients.- Building Resilience in Cancer Patients and Their Families with Psychodrama.- Couples and Family Dynamics during Cancer.- Brain based Psychotherapy for Cancer.
About the author
Dr. Esra Savas is an assistant professor at Istanbul Health and Technology Universityof Istanbul. She has specialized in the area of oncology and psychology for her entire career and has produced many papers and book chapters in this field, as well as presentations at international conferences.
