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

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120439
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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Stay, breathe with me : the gift of compassionate medicine

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog119597
Allison, Helen, Allison, Irene. Berkeley, CA: She Writes Press , 2016.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 A413 2016
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
More Information
Author
Allison, Helen
Allison, Irene
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
She Writes Press
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xviii, 265 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Terminal Care
Empathy
Life Change Events
Spirituality
Caregivers - psychology
Palliative Care--methods
Professional - Family Relations
Professional - Patient Relations
Notes
CN Library copy is housed at UHNBC Library.
ISBN
9781631520624
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Library
CN Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Call Number
WB310 A413 2016

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Participatory healthcare : a person-centered approach to healthcare transformation

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121671
Boca Raton, Fla.: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group , 2017.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
W 84.7 P273 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Contents:; The new DIY healthcare consumer / Jane Sarasohn-Kahn -- The science and practice of health behavior change / Catherine Serio, and Susan Butterworth -- High tech and high touch primary and chronic care / Jan Oldenburg -- Acute care and hospitalizations / Jan Oldenburg -- Whole health / Ma…
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Editor
Oldenburg, Jan
Griskewicz, Mary P.
Place of Publication
Boca Raton, Fla.
Publisher
CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
xxvii, 309 p. :ill. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Patient Participation
Professional - Patient Relations
Delivery of Health Care - methods
Medical Informatics
Anecdotes
Abstract
Contents:
The new DIY healthcare consumer / Jane Sarasohn-Kahn -- The science and practice of health behavior change / Catherine Serio, and Susan Butterworth -- High tech and high touch primary and chronic care / Jan Oldenburg -- Acute care and hospitalizations / Jan Oldenburg -- Whole health / Mary Griskewicz -- Family caregivers, health information technology, and culture change / MaryAnne Sterling -- Programs that work to promote partnership and engagement / John Sharp.
ISBN
9781498769624
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
W 84.7 P273 2017

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Experience of well-being in the midst of advanced cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20211
Yue, Kathleen. [Victoria, BC?]: University of Victoria , 2011.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
LE3 2011 Y94
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Yue, Kathleen
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
University of Victoria
Publication Date
2011
Subjects
Neoplasms - complications
Terminal Care
Palliative Care
Personal Satisfaction
Quality of Life
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - nursing
Adaptation, Psychological
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Thesis
Audience
Professional
Location
Victoria Library
Call Number
LE3 2011 Y94

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Managing stress : principles and strategies for health and well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20592
Seaward, Brian Luke. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning , 2012. 7th ed.
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172.4 S442 2012
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Seaward, Brian Luke
Edition
7th ed.
Place of Publication
Burlington, MA
Publisher
Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xxi, 586 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
Subjects
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Adaptation, Psychological
Mind-Body Therapies - methods
Psychotherapy - methods
Relaxation Therapy
ISBN
9780763798338
Language
English
Material Type
Book
CD
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Call Number
WM172.4 S442 2012

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Being with dying : cultivating compassion and fearlessness in the presence of death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21017
Halifax, Joan. [Boston, MA]: Shambhala , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 H173 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Halifax, Joan
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Shambhala
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xix, 204 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Death - psychology
Palliative Care - psychology
Buddhism
Meditation
Spirituality
Terminal Care
Popular Work
ISBN
9781590307182
1590307186
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 H173 2009

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Live better : relaxation : exercises and inspirations for well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113434
Brewer, Sarah. London, UK: Duncan Baird Publishers , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 B847 2003
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Live better relaxation
Author
Brewer, Sarah
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Duncan Baird Publishers
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
182 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy
Breathing Exercises
Mind Body Therapies
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781904292326
1904292321
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 B847 2003

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Live better meditation : exercises and inspirations for well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113436
Anderton, Bill. London, UK: Duncan Baird Publishers , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 A545 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Live better meditation
Author
Anderton, Bill
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Duncan Baird Publishers
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
128 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysical)
Popular Work
ISBN
9781551925011
155192501X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 A545 2002

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How to live well with chronic pain and illness : a mindful guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121883
Bernhard, Toni. Somerville, MA: Wisdom Publications , 2015.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172.4 B527 2015
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
More Information
Author
Bernhard, Toni
Place of Publication
Somerville, MA
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xiii, 337 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Chronic Disease - psychology
Chronic Disease - therapy
Chronic Pain - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Mindfulness
Compassion
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781614292487
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172.4 B527 2015
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Strengthening family resilience

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125002
Walsh, Froma. New York, NY: The Guilford Press , [2016]. 3rd ed.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WA305 W223 2016
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
More Information
Author
Walsh, Froma
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
The Guilford Press
Publication Date
[2016]
Physical Description
xvi, 400 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
Subjects
Family - psychology
Resilience, Psychological
Life Change Events
Stress, Psychological
Adaptation, Psychological
Psychotherapy - methods
ISBN
9781462529865
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Kelowna Library
Call Number
WA305 W223 2016

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Be the noodle : fifty ways to be a compassionate, courageous, crazy-good caregiver

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19210
Kelly, Lois E. New York, NY: World Audience, Inc. , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 K29 2010
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Kelly, Lois E
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
World Audience, Inc.
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
124 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Caregivers - psychology
Palliative Care
Terminal Care
Anecdotes
Popular Work
ISBN
9781935444695
1935444697
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 K29 2010

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Being mortal : medicine and what matters in the end

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21732
Gawande, Atul. [Toronto, ON]: Doubleday Canada , 2014.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WB310 G284 2014
Availability
5 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Gawande, Atul
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Doubleday Canada
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
282 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Palliative Care
Terminal Care
Aging - physiology
Aged
Activities of Daily Living
Ethics, Medical
Quality of Life
Attitude to Death
Prognosis
ISBN
9780385677004
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB310 G284 2014

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Mindfulness : a kindly approach to being with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120368
Bartley, Trish. Chichester, West Sussex: Wiley-Blackwell , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B291 2017
Availability
6 copies, 5 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Bartley, Trish
Place of Publication
Chichester, West Sussex
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
xii, 282 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Mindfulness
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Cognitive Therapy - methods
Mind-Body Therapies
Self Care
Personal Narratives
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781118926284
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
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 B291 2017
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
Companion website with additional resources available
Read Online
https://www.wiley.com//legacy/wileychi/bartley/

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Courage to give : inspiring stories of people who triumphed over tragedy to make a difference in the world

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120555
Waldman, Jackie, Dworkis, Janis Leibs. Berkeley, CA: Conari Press , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172.4 W164 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Waldman, Jackie
Dworkis, Janis Leibs
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
Conari Press
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
xxiv, 262 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Survivors
Courage
Optimism
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
157324175X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172.4 W164 2000

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Palliative approach : a resource for healthcare workers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122411
Cumbria: M & K Pub , 2012.
Audience
Professional
Contents:
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
The palliative approach : a resource for healthcare workers
Place of Publication
Cumbria
Publisher
M & K Pub
Publication Date
2012
Series
EBSCOhost eBook Nursing Collection
Subjects
Palliative Care
Terminal Care
Attitude to Death
Quality of Life
Abstract
Contents:
ISBN
9781905539673
9781907830679
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This EBSCO title is licensed for one BC Cancer staff user at a time only. Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
Read Online
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=e680sww&AN=507383
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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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Recognizing and responding appropriately to the unique cultural needs of Chinese patients and their families at the end of life care|Patient's experiences and perception of respect within health care provider-client relationships at the cancer agency clinical setting

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16426
Akrigg, Helena, Singh, Savitri. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2008.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WA31 B365 2008 v.6
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Akrigg, Helena
Singh, Savitri
Corporate Author
BCCA Planning Committee on Diversity
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
Planning Committee on Diversity seminar 6
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency
Cancer Care Facilities
Family
Terminal Care
Palliative Care
Advance Care Planning
Cultural Diversity
Cross Cultural Comparison
Delivery of Health Care
Asian Continental Ancestry Group
Ethnic Groups
Patient-Centered Care
Oncology Nursing
Health Services Accessibility
Health Personnel
Professional-Patient Relations
British Columbia
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library AV Room
Call Number
WA31 B365 2008 v.6

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Touch of cancer : unexpected gifts from an unplanned journey

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123320
Weigler, Will. [Victoria, BC?]: Weigler, Will , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
A collection of messages or 'healing updates' which the author shared with a small circle of friends after cancer diagnosis and during cancer treatment.
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Weigler, Will
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Weigler, Will
Publication Date
2018
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Hope
Optimism
Storytelling
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
A collection of messages or 'healing updates' which the author shared with a small circle of friends after cancer diagnosis and during cancer treatment.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Free online book may be downloaded at link.
Read Online
https://www.touchofthecancer.com/
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Forever optimistic : fighting brain cancer, finding your best path, and leading a life with purpose

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124344
Brams, Robert S., Coons, Christopher A. New York, NY: Skyhorse Publishing , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL358 B815 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Brams, Robert S.
Coons, Christopher A.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
xii, 170 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms
Life Change Events
Adaptation, Psychological
Optimism
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781510766167
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL358 B815 2021

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The bounce back book : how to thrive in the face of adversity, setbacks and losses

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120823
Salmansohn, Karen. New York, NY: Workman Publishing Company, Inc. , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 S172 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Salmansohn, Karen
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Workman Publishing Company, Inc.
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
192 unnumbered pages : ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Life Change Events
Stress, Psychological
Resilience, Psychological
Optimism
Popular Work
ISBN
9780761146278
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 S172 2007

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