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Loving, supporting and caring for the cancer patient : a guide to communication, compassion and courage

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Goldberg, Stan. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 G618 2016
Availability
5 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Goldberg, Stan
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xi, 199 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Communication
Caregivers - psychology
Emotional Adjustment
Terminal Care
Patient Comfort
Compassion
Empathy
Helping Behavior
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9780810895867
0810895862
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 G618 2016

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Inspired to change : improving patient care one story at a time

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113848
Chicago, IL: Health Administration Press , 2014.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
W 84.7 I59 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Editor
Larin, Linda R.
Place of Publication
Chicago, IL
Publisher
Health Administration Press
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
xxvi, 297 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
ACHE Management Series
Subjects
Patient-Centered Care
Professional-Patient Relations
Quality of Health Care
Interpersonal Relations
Personal Narratives as Topic
ISBN
9781567936131
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
W 84.7 I59 2014

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Nonviolent communication : a language of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120504
Rosenberg, Marshall B. Encinitas, CA.: Puddle Dancer Press , 2015. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 R813 2015
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
More Information
Author
Rosenberg, Marshall B
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
Encinitas, CA.
Publisher
Puddle Dancer Press
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xix, 244 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Empathy
Conflict (Psychology)
Negotiating
Verbal Behavior
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002447)
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC (F0002451)
ISBN
9781892005281
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM172 R813 2015

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Assert yourself! : developing power-packed communication skills to make your points clearly, confidently and persuasively

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15880
Contini, Lisa. Mission, KS: SkillPath Publications , c1996.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF698.9 C762 1996
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Contini, Lisa
Place of Publication
Mission, KS
Publisher
SkillPath Publications
Publication Date
c1996
Physical Description
v, 101 p. : ill. ; 22 cm
Subjects
Assertiveness
Interpersonal Relations
Communication
Verbal Behavior
ISBN
9781878542847
1878542842
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF698.9 C762 1996

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Final gifts : understanding the special awareness, needs and communications of the dying

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog8540
Callanan, Maggie, Kelley, Patricia. [Toronto, ON]: Bantam Books , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 C156 1992
Availability
10 copies, 10 available
Written by two hospice nurses. Helps families understand and communicate with terminally ill patients.
More Information
Author
Callanan, Maggie
Kelley, Patricia
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
1992
Subjects
Death
Attitude to Death
Terminal Care - psychology
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
Written by two hospice nurses. Helps families understand and communicate with terminally ill patients.
ISBN
9781451667257
9780553378764
0553378767
0553561391
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 C156 1992

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Consider the conversation : a documentary on a taboo subject

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20182
Bernhagen, Michael, Kaldhusdal, Terry. Shorewood, WI: Burning Hay Wagon Production , 2011.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 C755 2011
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Wishes; History; What's next?; Hope; Magic; Conflict; 100 things; Conversation; Why?; Credits
More Information
  2 read online  
Author
Bernhagen, Michael
Kaldhusdal, Terry
Place of Publication
Shorewood, WI
Publisher
Burning Hay Wagon Production
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
60 minutes + 1 guide
Subjects
Terminally Ill
Attitude to Death
Terminal Care
Hospice Care
Advance Care Planning
Right to Die
Social Support
Communication
Decision Making
Professional-Patient Relations
Interpersonal Relations
Documentaries and Factual Films
Abstract
Wishes
History
What's next?
Hope
Magic
Conflict
100 things
Conversation
Why?
Credits
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library AV Room
Call Number
WB310 C755 2011
Website Notes
URL links to the discussion guide.
Read Online
http://www.considertheconversation.org/
http://www.considertheconversation.org/sites/default/files/CTC%20Discussion%20Guide.pdf

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Teaching in practice : how professionals can work effectively with clients, patients, and colleagues

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15996
Farquharson, Andy. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers , 1995.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
HV29.7 F238 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Farquharson, Andy
Place of Publication
San Francisco, CA
Publisher
Jossey-Bass Publishers
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
xvii, 289 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
Jossey-Bass higher and adult education, health, and social and behavioral science series
Subjects
Communication
Teaching
Learning
Interpersonal Relations
Professional-Patient Relations
Health Personnel
Education, Continuing
Staff Development
ISBN
0787901288
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
HV29.7 F238 1995

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Cancer -- now what? : taking action, finding hope, and navigating the journey ahead

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120600
Haugk, Kenneth C. [St. Louis, MO]: Stephen Ministries , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H371 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Haugk, Kenneth C.
Place of Publication
[St. Louis, MO]
Publisher
Stephen Ministries
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
x, 345 p. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Patient Navigation
Adaptation, Psychological
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Social Support
Spirituality
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
Practical guide for those with cancer and their loved ones - head of Title
ISBN
9781930445048
1930445040
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H371 2017

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Crucial conversations : tools for talking when stakes are high

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21449
Patterson, Kerry. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill , 2012. updated 2nd ed.
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF637 C45 C955 2012
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
Author
Patterson, Kerry
Edition
updated 2nd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xviii, 244 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Interpersonal Relations
Communication
Negotiating
Emotions
Persuasive Communication
Notes
CN Library copy is housed in the UHNBC Library.
ISBN
9780071771320
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Abbotsford Library
CN Library
Call Number
BF637 C45 C955 2012

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Crucial conversations : tools for talking when stakes are high

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Patterson, Kerry. Solon, OH: Findaway World, LLC , 2013. updated 2nd ed.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF637 C45 C955 2013 v.1-4
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Patterson, Kerry
Edition
updated 2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Solon, OH
Publisher
Findaway World, LLC
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
4 audio discs (3 hr., 52 min.) : digital, CD audio ; 4 3/4 in.
Subjects
Interpersonal Relations
Communication
Negotiating
Emotions
Persuasive Communication
ISBN
9781469266824
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library AV Room
Call Number
BF637 C45 C955 2013 v.1-4

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When anger hurts : quieting the storm within

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113391
McKay, Matthew, Rogers, Peter D, McKay, Judith. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 1989.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF575 A5 M153 1989
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
McKay, Matthew
Rogers, Peter D
McKay, Judith
Editor
Johnson, Kirk
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1989
Physical Description
320 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Anger
Interpersonal Relations
Emotions
Communication
ISBN
0934986762
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Kelowna Library
Call Number
BF575 A5 M153 1989

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When words matter most : thoughtful words and deeds to express just the right thing at just the right time

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15658
Spizman, Robyn Freedman. New York, NY: Crown Publishers, Inc. , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF637 C45 S761 1996
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
When words matter most
Author
Spizman, Robyn Freedman
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Crown Publishers, Inc.
Publication Date
1996
Physical Description
126 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Interpersonal Relations
Communication
Writing
Emotions
Empathy
Popular Work
ISBN
0517704064
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF637 C45 S761 1996

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Help me live : 20 things people with cancer want you to know

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21647
Hope, Lori. Berkeley, CA: Celestial arts , 2011. rev. and expanded ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H792 2011
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Hope, Lori
Edition
rev. and expanded ed.
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
Celestial arts
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
xii, 276 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9781587611490 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H792 2011

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Putting anger to work for you

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15878
Schroeder, Ruth, Schroeder, Joel. Mission, KS: SkillPath Publications , c1995.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF698.9 S381 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Schroeder, Ruth
Schroeder, Joel
Place of Publication
Mission, KS
Publisher
SkillPath Publications
Publication Date
c1995
Physical Description
71 p. ; 22 cm
Series
SkillPath handbook series
Subjects
Anger
Assertiveness
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Emotions
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress, Psychological
ISBN
1878542869 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF698.9 S381 1995

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Spouse to spouse : what it's like when your partner has cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16480
Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 S765 1999
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Husbands and wives of people with cancer discuss their deepest emotions, sharing their fears and hopes as both partner and caregiver. The spouses, from varied backgrounds and at different stages in their lives, speak to how the illness tests the strength and endurance of their marriage. This 17 mi…
More Information
Author
Nessim, Susan
Corporate Author
Cancervive
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
Publisher
Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
17 minutes
Subjects
Spouses
Social Support
Neoplasms - psychology
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
Husbands and wives of people with cancer discuss their deepest emotions, sharing their fears and hopes as both partner and caregiver. The spouses, from varied backgrounds and at different stages in their lives, speak to how the illness tests the strength and endurance of their marriage. This 17 minute documentary will help spouses of people with cancer articulate difficult feelings and encourage greater communication between partners.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 S765 1999

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Exploring personality styles : a guide for better understanding yourself and your colleagues

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15874
Dobson, Michael. Mission, KS: SkillPath Publications , c1999.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF698.9 O3 D635 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Dobson, Michael
Place of Publication
Mission, KS
Publisher
SkillPath Publications
Publication Date
c1999
Physical Description
100 p. ; 22 cm
Series
SkillPath handbook series
Subjects
Personality Assessment
Work - psychology
Occupational Groups - psychology
Personality
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
ISBN
9781572941243
1572941243
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF698.9 O3 D635 1999

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Seven principles for making marriage work

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120735
Gottman, John M, Silver, Nan. New York, NY: Three Rivers Press , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM430.5.M3 G686s 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Gottman, John M
Silver, Nan
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
ix, 271 p. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Marriage - psychology
Spouses
Interpersonal Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Problem Solving
Popular Work
ISBN
9780609805794
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM430.5.M3 G686s 1999

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Seven principles for making marriage work

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120736
Gottman, John M, Silver, Nan. New York, NY: Harmony Books , 2015. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM430.5.M3 G686 2015
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Gottman, John M
Silver, Nan
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harmony Books
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xi, 295 p. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Marriage - psychology
Spouses
Interpersonal Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Problem Solving
Popular Work
Notes
Completely revised and updated - Cover
ISBN
9780553447712
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM430.5.M3 G686 2015

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Connecting through compassion : guidance for family and friends of a brain cancer patient

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121073
Aldridge, Joni James, Peterson, Neysa M. Cancer Lifeline Publications , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL358 A365 2010
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Aldridge, Joni James
Peterson, Neysa M.
Publisher
Cancer Lifeline Publications
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xix, 131 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms
Brain Neoplasms - psychology
Interpersonal Relations
Interpersonal Communication
Caregivers
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781451523850
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL358 A365 2010
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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God's love and care are like an orchid

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122231
Shing, Ah. Hong Kong: Living Faith Society, Ltd. , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 S556 2018
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Like the subtle fragrance of the orchid, a Catholic theologian and philosopher looks back and realizes God's grace and care have been constant in all aspects of her life. Told with short stories, similar to "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series.
More Information
Author
Shing, Ah
Place of Publication
Hong Kong
Publisher
Living Faith Society, Ltd.
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
332 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Spirituality
Christianity
Adaptation, Psychological
Interpersonal Relations
Resilience
Optimism
Popular Work
Abstract
Like the subtle fragrance of the orchid, a Catholic theologian and philosopher looks back and realizes God's grace and care have been constant in all aspects of her life. Told with short stories, similar to "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series.
ISBN
9789881661234
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 S556 2018

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