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Hope in the age of anxiety

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20091
Scioli, Anthony, Biller, Henry B. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 S417 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Hope in the age of anxiety : a guide to understanding and strengthening our most important virtue
Author
Scioli, Anthony
Biller, Henry B
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xi, 427 p. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Life Change Events
Anxiety - psychology
Stress, Psychological
Depression
Emotions
Spirituality
Adaptation, Psychological
Behavior Therapy
Mind-Body Relations, Metaphysical
Popular Work
ISBN
9780195380354
0195380355
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM172 S417 2009

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Worry taming for teens

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120253
Garland, E. Jane, Clark, Sandra L., Earle, Vicky (Illustrator). [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WS463 G27 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Taming worry dragons
Author
Garland, E. Jane
Clark, Sandra L.
Earle, Vicky (Illustrator)
Corporate Author
Mood and Anxiety Disorders Clinic, Dept. of Psychiatry
British Columbia's Children's Hospital
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
96 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Psychology, Adolescent
Adolescent
Anxiety
Fear
Cognitive Therapy
Popular Work
Notes
The name of illustrator, Vicky Earle, is misspelled on cover and title page.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WS463 G27 2002

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Kid's guide to taming worry dragons

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120254
Garland, E. Jane, Clark, Sandra L., Ostrom, Karen Jean. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2009. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WS350.6 C592 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This spiral bound, pocket-size book is the companion child's guide to Taming worry dragons: a manual for children, parents, and other coaches. It is not meant as a standalone book.
Author
Garland, E. Jane
Clark, Sandra L.
Ostrom, Karen Jean
Corporate Author
Mood and Anxiety Disorders Clinic, Dept. of Psychiatry
BC Children's Hospital
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
29 p. : ill. ; 10 cm.
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Psychology, Child
Child
Anxiety
Fear
Cognitive Therapy
Abstract
This spiral bound, pocket-size book is the companion child's guide to Taming worry dragons: a manual for children, parents, and other coaches. It is not meant as a standalone book.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WS350.6 C592 2009

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Tools for taming worry dragons : children's workbook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120255
Clark, Sandra L., Earle, Vicky (Illustrator). [Vancouver, BC?]: Children's & Women's Health Care Centre of British Columbia , 2008. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WS350.6 C592 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This spiral bound children's workbook is companion book for Taming worry dragons: a manual for children, parents, and other coaches. It contains fun activities to help kids learn about "taming" and "trapping" worry dragons.
Author
Clark, Sandra L.
Earle, Vicky (Illustrator)
Corporate Author
Department of Psychology
Outpatient Psychiatry Department, Mood and Anxiety Disorders Clinic
BC's Children's Hospital
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Children's & Women's Health Care Centre of British Columbia
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
32 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Psychology, Child
Child
Anxiety
Fear
Cognitive Therapy
Abstract
This spiral bound children's workbook is companion book for Taming worry dragons: a manual for children, parents, and other coaches. It contains fun activities to help kids learn about "taming" and "trapping" worry dragons.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WS350.6 C592 2008

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Taming worry dragons: a manual for children, parents, and other coaches

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog119735
Garland, E. Jane, Clark, Sandra L., Earle, Vicky (Illustrator). [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2009. 4th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WS350.6 G233 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Created by health care professionals at BC Children's Hospital, this manual helps teach kids how to manage their anxiety. Using cognitive behavioural therapy in a language kids can understand, it explains what anxiety is and provides helpful coping strategies. There are also tips for parents and ot…
Author
Garland, E. Jane
Clark, Sandra L.
Earle, Vicky (Illustrator)
Corporate Author
Mood and Anxiety Disorders Clinic, Dept. of Psychiatry
BC Children's Hospital
Edition
4th ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
iv, 74 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Psychology, Child
Child
Anxiety
Fear
Cognitive Therapy
Abstract
Created by health care professionals at BC Children's Hospital, this manual helps teach kids how to manage their anxiety. Using cognitive behavioural therapy in a language kids can understand, it explains what anxiety is and provides helpful coping strategies. There are also tips for parents and other coaches, including information on medications. This program can ideally be used with children from 8 to 12 years old but can be adapted for both younger and older children. This manual includes both a description of the technique and has some exercises and activities included.
ISBN
9781894166546
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WS350.6 G233 2009

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Understanding and coping with cancer stress

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16286
Rennie, Heather, Flood, Karen. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B863 2007 v.7
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Rennie, Heather
Flood, Karen
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Breast Tumour Group
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
BCCA video telehealth series "Closer to home" 7
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Stress, Psychological
Adaptation, Psychological
Anxiety
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 B863 2007 v.7

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Impact of spirituality, social support, and defensive/adaptive coping on death anxiety at end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19229
McMahon, Robin Lynn. Washington, DC: Catholic University of America , 2004.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM172 M167 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
McMahon, Robin Lynn
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Catholic University of America
Publication Date
2004
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Spirituality
Hospice Care
Terminally Ill
Social Support
Anxiety
Adaptation, Psychological
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Thesis
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM172 M167 2004

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Mindful moments for stressful days : simple ways to find meaning and joy in daily life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21059
Gover, Tzivia. North Adams, MA: Storey Books , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM427 G721 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Gover, Tzivia
Place of Publication
North Adams, MA
Publisher
Storey Books
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
ix, 182 p. : ill ; 17 cm.
Subjects
Meditation
Stress, Psychological
Spirituality
Adaptation, Psychological
ISBN
9781580174282
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM427 G721 2002

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Living life to the full : a DVD course to help boost how you feel and tackle low mood and depression

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20596
Williams, Chris. Leeds, UK: Media Innovations , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM171.5 L786 2008
Availability
14 copies, 14 available
This DVD has been modified by the Canadian Mental Health Association's BC Division for use as part of the Bounce Back program in British Columbia.; BC Introduction; Starting out; Problem solving; Building confidence and activities; Balanced thinking; Dealing with unhelpful behaviour; Sleeping bette…
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Bounce Back : living life to the full
Author
Williams, Chris
Corporate Author
Canadian Mental Health Association. BC Division
Place of Publication
Leeds, UK
Publisher
Media Innovations
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
1 videodisc
Subjects
Depression
Anxiety
Psychotherapy
Cognitive Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress, Psychological
Self-Help Groups
Popular Work
Abstract
This DVD has been modified by the Canadian Mental Health Association's BC Division for use as part of the Bounce Back program in British Columbia.
BC Introduction
Starting out
Problem solving
Building confidence and activities
Balanced thinking
Dealing with unhelpful behaviour
Sleeping better
Healthy living
Assertiveness
Language
English
Material Type
DVD
Video
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
WM171.5 L786 2008
Website Notes
Preview and availability
Read Online

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Art of forgiveness, lovingkindness and peace

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122297
Kornfield, Jack. New York, NY: Bantam Books , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB880 K84 2008
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Author
Kornfield, Jack
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
215 p. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Spirituality
Meditation
Forgiveness
Adaptation, Psychological
Buddhism
Popular Work
ISBN
9780553381191
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB880 K84 2008

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Positive coping with health conditions : a self-care workbook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18168
Bilsker, Dan, Samra, Joti, Goldner, Elliot. Richmond, BC: COMH Publications , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 B649 2009
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
This manual is designed for individuals who deal with health conditions, including patients, physicians, psychologists, nurses, rehabilitation professionals and researchers; Relaxation method audio: http://www.comh.ca/pchc/resources/audio/index.cfm links to the audiofile; For handouts and excerpts:…
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Author
Bilsker, Dan
Samra, Joti
Goldner, Elliot
Corporate Author
Consortium for Organizational Mental Healthcare
Place of Publication
Richmond, BC
Publisher
COMH Publications
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
108 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Health
Adaptation, Psychological
Psychotherapy
Self Care - psychology
Emotions
Life Style
Stress, Psychological
Relaxation
Popular Work
Abstract
This manual is designed for individuals who deal with health conditions, including patients, physicians, psychologists, nurses, rehabilitation professionals and researchers
Relaxation method audio: http://www.comh.ca/pchc/resources/audio/index.cfm links to the audiofile
For handouts and excerpts: http://www.comh.ca/pchc/index.cfm
http://www.comh.ca/pchc/resources/
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 B649 2009
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When someone you love has cancer : a guide to help kids cope

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14542
Lewis, Alaric. St. Meinrad, IN: Abbey Press , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 L673 2005
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
A picture book which explains what cancer is, what some words mean, and talks about the different feelings a child might have; This book will help kids cope with the presence of cancer in their lives.
Author
Lewis, Alaric
Place of Publication
St. Meinrad, IN
Publisher
Abbey Press
Publication Date
2005
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms
Family
Child
Adaptation, Psychological
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
A picture book which explains what cancer is, what some words mean, and talks about the different feelings a child might have
This book will help kids cope with the presence of cancer in their lives.
ISBN
0870293958
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 L673 2005

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Peace begins with me : an inspirational journey to end suffering and restore joy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21374
Kuntz, Ted. Coquitlam, BC: Ted Kuntz , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 K97 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Kuntz, Ted
Place of Publication
Coquitlam, BC
Publisher
Ted Kuntz
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
208 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Self Concept
Happiness
Emotions
Awareness
Adaptation, Psychological
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9780973666908
0973666900
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM425 K97 2005

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Facing forward : when someone you love has completed cancer treatment

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16344
National Cancer Institute. [Bethesda, MD]: National Cancer Institute , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N277f 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Facing forward : when someone you love has completed cancer treatment : support for caregivers
Corporate Author
National Cancer Institute
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Cancer Institute
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
28 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Series
Facing forward series
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Caregivers
Family
Social Support
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 N277f 2005
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Body, mind, spirit connection : Halifax 2006

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17788
Rutledge, Robert. Halifax, NS: Rob Rutledge , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 R981b 2006
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Rutledge, Robert
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
Rob Rutledge
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Spirituality
Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Adaptation, Psychological
Quality of Life
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 R981b 2006

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Antidepressant skills workbook (ASW)

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21519
Bilsker, Dan, Paterson, Randy. [Vancouver, BC?]: Simon Fraser University | BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (BCMHAS) , 2005. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
  2 read online  
Alternate Title
Self-care depression program : antidepressant skills workbook
Author
Bilsker, Dan
Paterson, Randy
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Simon Fraser University
BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (BCMHAS)
Publication Date
2005
Subjects
Mental Health
Depression - prevention & control
Stress, Psychological
Life Change Events
Self Care
Problem Solving
Occupational Health Services
Affective Symptoms
Emotions
Adaptation, Psychological
Behavior Therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
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Someone I love is sick : helping very young children cope with cancer in the family

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20636
McCue, Kathleen, Campbell, Jenny. Beachwood, OH: Gathering Place , 2009. 1st edition., parent version.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 M133 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A customizable tool to use when talking with children ages two to six years old about a parent or grandparent who has cancer. Pages can be selected to address the family's specific situation including diagnosis, treatment, hospitalization, recurrence and, if need be, end of life.
Author
McCue, Kathleen
Campbell, Jenny
Edition
1st edition., parent version
Place of Publication
Beachwood, OH
Publisher
Gathering Place
Publication Date
2009
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Emotions
Child, Preschool
Child
Pictorial Works
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
A customizable tool to use when talking with children ages two to six years old about a parent or grandparent who has cancer. Pages can be selected to address the family's specific situation including diagnosis, treatment, hospitalization, recurrence and, if need be, end of life.
ISBN
9780615243054
0615243053
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 M133 2009

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When someone you love has advanced cancer : support for caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15949
U.S. National Cancer Institute. [Bethesda, MD]: National Cancer Institute (NCI) , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 U58w 2005
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
U.S. National Cancer Institute
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
56. p : ill. ; 28 cm.
Series
NIH publication 05-5727
Subjects
Palliative Care
Caregivers
Attitude to Death
Family
Terminal Care
Social Support
Self Care
Communication
Adaptation, Psychological
Planning Techniques
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 U58w 2005
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True meditation : discover the freedom of pure awareness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21060
Adyashanti. Boulder, CO: Sounds True , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM427 A221 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Adyashanti
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Sounds True
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
xi, 87 p. ; 25 cm. + 1 sound disc (digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
Subjects
Meditation
Spiritual Therapies
Adaptation, Psychological
Buddhism
ISBN
9781591794677
1591794676
Language
English
Material Type
Book
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM427 A221 2006

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Suffering is optional : three keys to freedom and joy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114762
Huber, Cheri. [United States of America]: Keep it Simple Books , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM61 H877 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Huber, Cheri
Place of Publication
[United States of America]
Publisher
Keep it Simple Books
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
223 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Awareness
Spirituality
Buddhism
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysics)
Religion and Psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
0963625586
9780963625588
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM61 H877 2000

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