An Introduction to Psycho-Oncology

Download or read book An Introduction to Psycho-Oncology written by Patrice Guex and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-08-18 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cancer is extremely common and in many situations a truly frightening disease, but for too long the psychological aspects and effects have been ignored. An Introduction to Psycho-Oncology deals in a clear and simple manner with the reactions of cancer patients to their illness, and the ways in which they can be helped. In the context of a multidisciplinary approach that takes account of medical treatments as well as psychological interventions, Guex offers suggestions for better ways of communicating so as to provide a therapeutic partnership between carer and client.