Download or read book The Psychological Adjustment of School age Siblings of Pediatric Cancer Patients written by Pilar Perez-Ortega and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Siblings of Pediatric Cancer Patients written by Alice Prchal Doguoglu and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pediatric Psychooncology written by David J. Bearison and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1994-05-26 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty to thirty years ago, the prognosis for children with cancer was dismal. Since then, remarkable advances in the treatment of childhood cancers have resulted in overall cure rates of 60 percent. In response to these improved prognoses, psychological frontiers of patient care and clinical research have evolved. Psychologists as well as mental health professionals from other disciplines are now routinely included in medical treatment planning and patient care. Psychosocial interventions with pediatric cancer patients and their families are guided by an increasingly sophisticated body of research findings that enhance their quality of life. With contributions from nationally recognized clinicians and researchers, this volume addresses the wide range of psychological issues inherent in pediatric oncology, including coping with pediatric cancer, pain and symptom management, medication compliance, neuropsychological effects of disease and therapy, sibling and family relations, bereavement, and care of the dying child. Each author carefully defines his or her research area, discusses theoretical and methodological concerns, critically reviews and integrates research findings, and discusses unresolved issues as well as future directions for research. This balanced and comprehensive overview of pediatric psychooncology is essential reading for all those interested in the treatment of children diagnosed with cancer.
Download or read book Empathy and Psychological Adjustment in Siblings of Children with Cancer written by Larissa Elizabeth Labay and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Comprehensive Handbook of Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Disease written by Ronald T. Brown and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2006-04-06 with total page 603 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over recent decades, tremendous advances in the prevention, medical treatment, and quality of life issues in children and adolescents surviving cancer have spawned a host of research on pediatric psychosocial oncology. This important volume fulfills the clear need for an up-to-date, comprehensive handbook for practitioners that delineates the most recent research in the field--the first of its kind in over a decade. Over 60 renowned authors have been assembled to provide a thorough presentation of the state-of-the art research and literature, with topics including:-Neuropsychological effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy-Bone marrow transplantation-Important issues about quality of life during and following treatment-Collaborative research among child-focused psychologists-Standards of psychological care for children and adolescents-Stress and coping in the pediatric cancer experience-The role of family and peer relationshipsThe Comprehensive Handbook of Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Disease represents both multidisciplinary and international efforts, an alliance between physicians and parents, and a combination of research and service. With a wealth of information of great interest to patients and their families, this volume will also be a welcome resource to the psychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, oncologists, nurses, and social workers who confront these issues as they help children and their families through the treatment, recovery, and grieving processes.
Download or read book Principles and Practice of Pediatric Oncology written by Philip A. Pizzo and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2015-06-24 with total page 3581 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now thoroughly updated to include new advances in the field,and with regular content updates to the eBook, Principles and Practice of Pediatric Oncology, 7th Edition remains the gold standard text for the care and research of children with cancer. This authoritative reference is the single most comprehensive resource on the biology and genetics of childhood cancer and the diagnosis, multimodal treatment, and long-term management of young patients with cancer. Also addressed are a broad array of topics on the supportive and psychosocial aspects of care of children and families. Covering virtually every aspect of the breadth and depth of childhood cancer, this 7th Edition provides expert guidance on state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary care for children and families. Stay up to date with the most recent advances in the field with the contributions by new and returning contributors, including the perspective from patients and parents in the chapter titled “The Other Side of the Bed.” Reference your eBook version for key updates in the field during the life of the edition! Chapters included on palliative care and education. Supportive care is covered broadly and specifically – in contexts such as emergencies, infectious disease, and nutrition. The most updated and authoritative information is provided by the leading experts in the field. Gain a thorough understanding of every aspect of pediatric oncology, with comprehensive information regarding basic science, diagnostic tools, principles of treatment, and clinical trials, as well as highly detailed, definitive coverage of each pediatric malignancy. Collaborate more effectively with others on the cancer care team to enhance quality-of-life issues for patients and families. Understand the cooperative nature of pediatric oncology as a model for cancer research with information from cooperative clinical trial groups and consortia.
Download or read book Childhood Cancer Survivors written by Nancy Keene and published by Childhood Cancer Guides. This book was released on 2014-03-01 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 325,000 children, teens, and adults in the United States are survivors of childhood cancer. The surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and stem cell transplants used to cure children can affect growing bodies and developing minds. If survivors know of these potential problems, they can take steps to identify, cope with, or treat them early if they do develop. The third edition of Childhood Cancer Survivors charts the territory for survivors by providing state-of-the-art information about: " Medical late effects from treatment " Emotional aspects of surviving cancer " Schedules for follow-up care " Challenges in the heath-care system " Lifestyle choices to maximize health " Discrimination in employment or insurance Woven throughout the text are stories from more than 100 survivors and parents. Authors Keene, Hobbie, and Ruccione are experts in the field of childhood cancer. Keene is the mother of a survivor of childhood leukemia and the author of several books including Childhood Leukemia, Childhood Cancer, Educating the Child with Cancer, and Chemo, Craziness & Comfort. Hobbie is Associate Director of the Cancer Survivorship Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Ruccione is Co-Director of the HOPE (Hematology-Oncology Psychosocial and Education) Program in the Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
Download or read book Psychosocial Adjustment of Siblings of Children with Cancer written by Katherine A. Miele Gomez and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Effects of Perceived Stress and Perceived Social Support on Adjustment in Children and Adolescents with Cancer written by Daniel J. L. Quiggins and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Given the potentially traumatic and stressful nature of having childhood cancer, results investigating the level of adjustment among children and adolescents with cancer have been quite surprising, demonstrating levels of adjustment similar to the adaptation of children/adolescents from the general population. Due to these findings, studies in pediatric psychology have sought to identify the specific risk and resistance factors that may protect children and adolescents from adjustment problems. The current study is the first empirical investigation to examine the combined impact of perceived stress and perceived social support on adjustment. Hypotheses for the present study were as follows: (1) Children and adolescents in the present study would demonstrate levels of adjustment similar to instrument norms; (2) There would be significant differences between reports of adjustment from children/adolescents and their parents; (3) Significant direct effects would be demonstrated between perceived stress and adjustment; (4) Significant direct effects would be demonstrated between perceived social support and adjustment; and (5) There would be empirical support for mediating but not moderating effects of perceived social support in the relationship between perceived stress and adjustment. Subjects for the current study were 221 children and adolescents with cancer from Children's Hospital, San Diego, Children's Hospital, Los Angeles, and Children's Hospital, Long Beach. Children and adolescents in this study demonstrated levels of adjustment equal to or better than instrument norms and child (but not adolescent) reports of their adjustment demonstrated nonsignificant correlations with the reports of adjustment from their parents. In addition, although no mediating effects were demonstrated for perceived social support, statistically and clinically significant direct effects were found for both perceived stress and perceived social support. Results from the present study may serve to guide future research investigating the risk and protective factors of adjustment in pediatric cancer. In addition, these findings may suggest effective interventions designed to reduce perceived stress (i.e., relaxation and guided imagery) and increase perceived social support (i.e., social skills training and school reintegration) and have implications for studying resiliency in children and adolescents facing profound adversity.
Download or read book Frequency and Predictors of Sibling Psychological and Somatic Difficulties Following Pediatric Cancer Diagnosis written by Kendra Massie and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Hitchhiker s Guide to Salutogenesis written by Bengt Lindström and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pediatric Psycho oncology written by Lori Wiener and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2015 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pediatric Psycho-Oncology is a comprehensive handbook that provides best practice models for the management of psychological, cognitive, and social outcomes of adolescents living with cancer and their families. Chapters cover a wide range of topics including psychological aspects of particular pediatric cancers and their treatments, how to talk to a child and family at critical times during the disease course, genetic testing, individual, family, educational, psychological and psychiatric interventions, and caring for international patients . Each chapter highlights the necessity of embracing an interdisciplinary approach to ensure that each child has the best options for living with cancer and, when cure is not possible, that death occurs with as much dignity as possible for the child and family. An extensive resource section is appended to provide information on written, online, video, community, national and international services and programs. This book features contributions from experts designed to help clinicians review, anticipate and respond to emotional issues that often arise in the context of treating pediatric cancer patients. Numerous cross-references and succinct tables and figures make this concise reference easy to use. Pediatric Psycho-Oncology is an ideal resource for helping pediatric oncologists and nurses recognize when it may be best to refer patients to their mental health colleagues and for those who are establishing pediatric oncology services or adding psychosocial components to existing clinics.
Download or read book Cancer Incidence and Survival Among Children and Adolescents written by and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cancer Care for the Whole Patient written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2008-03-19 with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cancer care today often provides state-of-the-science biomedical treatment, but fails to address the psychological and social (psychosocial) problems associated with the illness. This failure can compromise the effectiveness of health care and thereby adversely affect the health of cancer patients. Psychological and social problems created or exacerbated by cancer-including depression and other emotional problems; lack of information or skills needed to manage the illness; lack of transportation or other resources; and disruptions in work, school, and family life-cause additional suffering, weaken adherence to prescribed treatments, and threaten patients' return to health. Today, it is not possible to deliver high-quality cancer care without using existing approaches, tools, and resources to address patients' psychosocial health needs. All patients with cancer and their families should expect and receive cancer care that ensures the provision of appropriate psychosocial health services. Cancer Care for the Whole Patient recommends actions that oncology providers, health policy makers, educators, health insurers, health planners, researchers and research sponsors, and consumer advocates should undertake to ensure that this standard is met.
Download or read book Psychosocial Aspects of Pediatric Oncology written by Shulamith Kreitler and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-08-13 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a comprehensive text on the all-important psychosocial aspects of cancer in children. Edited by an experienced psycho-oncologist and an equally experienced pediatric oncologist, the book brings together an international group of contributors composed of pediatric oncologists and psychologists/psycho-oncologists. This unique balance of contributors gives the book a focus on the real-life practical aspects of children undergoing treatment for cancer. The book helps health care professionals, who look after children and adolescents with cancer, in dealing with the difficult and complex problems that face the child, his siblings and his parents. It deals with critical issues such as the neuropsychological impact of treatment, (including bone marrow transplantation), pain, quality of life in survivors, palliative care, talking to children and their families about death, and providing support to the dying. An important part of the book provides tools for evaluation and methods of psychological intervention. It is thus a very practical work for psycho-oncologists, pediatric oncologists, pediatricians, psychologists, nurses, social workers and art therapists dealing with the problems that children with cancer have to confront. A comprehensive book on the clinical approach to psychosocial problems of children with cancer Includes evaluation tools and psychological intervention techniques Contributions from both pediatric oncologists and psycho-oncologists highlight the team approach to the treatment of childhood cancers
Download or read book Self perceived Competencies and Adjustment of Children and Adolescents with Cancer written by Amy Friedman-Bender and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The large variability in adjustment of children with cancer indicates the importance of identifying risk and resistance factors that predict individual differences in adaptation to this life threatening disease. The purpose of this study is to investigate the predictive effects of self-perceived competencies as resistance factors for psychological adjustment problems in children and adolescents with cancer. In this study, 270 children and adolescents with cancer between the ages of 8 and 17 were recruited as part of a larger study of quality of life of pediatric cancer patients. Subjects were administered the Children's Depression Inventory and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children to measure negative affectivity. Children's perceptions of their physical appearance, athletic competence, scholastic competence, social acceptance, and self-esteem were assessed with the Harter Self-Perception Profile. Path analysis involving simultaneous multiple regression equations was utilized to test hypothesized paths among age, gender, medical status, competencies, self-esteem, and negative affectivity. Age at diagnosis, time since diagnosis, and whether a child was newly diagnosed, relapsed, in remission, or a long-term survivor were not statistically predictive of competencies, self-esteem, or negative affectivity. The results indicated that age and gender were significantly associated with physical appearance and athletic is competence such that older age and female gender were associated with lower self-perceptions in these areas. Diagnosis was significantly associated with social acceptance and athletic competence, indicating that brain tumor patients had lower self-perceptions than other solid tumor patients. All of the competency areas except athletic competence were significantly associated with self esteem. Lastly, self-esteem, physical appearance and scholastic competence were significantly associated with negative affectivity. As expected, the effects of self-perceptions of competencies on negative affectivity were mediated by self-esteem. No significant nonlinear or interaction effects were found. The results suggest that interventions designed to enhance perceptions of physical appearance, scholastic competence, and social acceptance could help improve self-esteem and reduce symptoms of negative affectivity in children with cancer. Identifying the potentially modifiable risk and resistance factors that predict the individual differences in adaptation among pediatric cancer patients may facilitate the design of enhanced treatment interventions.
Download or read book Pediatric Psychosocial Oncology Textbook for Multidisciplinary Care written by Annah N. Abrams and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-11-16 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook walks clinicians through the psychosocial issues and challenges faced by children and adolescents with cancer and their families. Through a developmental lens, the text provides guidance and resources that will enable clinicians to understand the physical and emotional impact of the disease from diagnosis onwards, to work with families in distress, and to diagnose and treat a range of behavioral, psychological, and psychiatric issues. The book also addresses the burgeoning fields of social media, complementary therapies, palliative care, and survivorship. Among the variety of useful resources supplied are assessment tools, websites, and additional reading materials. The psychosocial issues that arise for children and their families during the course of treatment are an important yet often overlooked aspect of pediatric oncology care. The reader will find that Pediatric Psychosocial Oncology: Textbook for Multidisciplinary Care covers these issues at the forefront of clinical care in a direct and approachable way, integrating research literature with practical clinical guidance.
