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Blake, Claire, Blanchard, Eliza, Parkinson, Kathy. Sante Fe, NM: Health Press , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 B636 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Blake, Claire
Blanchard, Eliza
Parkinson, Kathy
Place of Publication
Sante Fe, NM
Publisher
Health Press
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
30 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Juvenile Literature
ISBN
0929173287
9780929173283
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C5 B636 1998

Copies

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Understanding BRCA : living with the breast cancer gene

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120470
Foster, Clarissa. London, UK: Hammersmith Health Books , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 F754 2017
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Foster, Clarissa
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Hammersmith Health Books
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
xviii, 325 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - psychology
Genetic Counseling
Genetic Testing
Genetic Carrier Screening
Risk Factors
Risk Reduction Behavior
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781781611203
1781611203
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 F754 2017
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Writing your way through cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124118
Martin, Chia. Prescott, AZ: Hohm Press , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M379w 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Martin, Chia
Place of Publication
Prescott, AZ
Publisher
Hohm Press
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
165 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Narrative Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Writing
Personal Narratives as Topic
Popular Work
ISBN
1890772003
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 M379w 2000

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Big ordeal : understanding and managing the psychological turmoil of cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124480
Hayes, Cynthia. Austin, TX: River Grove Books , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H417b 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"Coping with cancer is hard. It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when dealing with the stress, anxiety, depression, and existential crises so typical with a cancer diagnosis…
Author
Hayes, Cynthia
Place of Publication
Austin, TX
Publisher
River Grove Books
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
x, 254 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress
Anxiety
Depression
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"Coping with cancer is hard. It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when dealing with the stress, anxiety, depression, and existential crises so typical with a cancer diagnosis. The Big Ordeal, written in collaboration with a psychologist and two oncologists, tackles the emotional side of the experience head-on, to help newly diagnosed patients and their loved ones anticipate, understand, and deal with the psychological turmoil ahead. Based on interviews with scores of patients and experts across a variety of fields, combining patient stories with medical insights and advice from those who have been there, and structured around the typical phases of the process, this book is an accessible resource for anyone who receive a cancer diagnosis" --Back cover
ISBN
9781632993359
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H417b 2021

Copies

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Opening up by writing it down : how expressive writing improves health and eases emotional pain

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121239
Pennebaker, James W., Smyth, Joshua M. New York, NY: The Guilford Press , 2016. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM420.5.N3 P412 2013
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Contents:; Introduction -- "Shh ... It's a secret": beginning to explore the connection between confession and health -- The invention of the expressive writing approach -- What's on your mind?: Health benefits of verbal and written disclosure -- Dealing with chronic health problems using expressiv…
Author
Pennebaker, James W.
Smyth, Joshua M.
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
The Guilford Press
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xi, 210 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Writing
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Adaptation, Psychological
Neoplasms - psychology
Mind-Body Therapies
Narrative Therapy
Self Disclosure
Popular Work
Abstract
Contents:
Introduction -- "Shh ... It's a secret": beginning to explore the connection between confession and health -- The invention of the expressive writing approach -- What's on your mind?: Health benefits of verbal and written disclosure -- Dealing with chronic health problems using expressive writing -- Writing to clear the mind: expressive writing in learning and education -- "Get these thoughts out of my head!" Getting past obsessions, insomnia, and bouts of stupidity -- To speed up or slow down?: How people differ in coping with trauma -- "I'm here for you ... or am I?": The audience on the other end of our words -- How does writing help us secure a healthier and happier future? -- Pulling it all together: recommendations for your use of expressive writing.
ISBN
9781462524921
1462524923
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM420.5.N3 P412 2013
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Missing Available
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When words heal : writing through cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114054
Bray, Sharon A. Berkeley, CA: Frog, Ltd. , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B827 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Bray, Sharon A.
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
Frog, Ltd.
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
xvi, 141 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Narrative Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Writing
Personal Narratives as Topic
Anecdotes as Topic
Poetry as Topic
Popular Work
ISBN
1583941584
9781583941584
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 B827 2006

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Malignant : medical ethicists confront cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20558
Dresser, Rebecca. Oxford: Oxford University Press , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 M251 2012
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
  1 read online  
Author
Dresser, Rebecca
Editor
Dresser, Rebecca
Place of Publication
Oxford
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xiv, 236 p. ; 25 cm.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Ethics, Medical
Neoplasms - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Autobiography
ISBN
9780199757848
9780199921102
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ201 M251 2012
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca or calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to obtain a username and password.
Read Online

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Leahy, Anna. New York, NY: Bloomsbury Academic , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 L434 2017
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
Alternate Title
Object lessons
Author
Leahy, Anna
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bloomsbury Academic
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
147 p. : ill. ; 17 cm.
Series
Object lessons
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - therapy
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Medical Oncology
Medicine in Literature
Terminology as Topic
ISBN
9781501323300
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 L434 2017

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr On Loan, due Wednesday, May 29, 2024
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Cancer confidential : backstage dramas in the radiation clinic

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124311
Hayter, Charles. Toronto, ON: University of Toronto Press , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H426c 2022
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Hayter, Charles
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
University of Toronto Press
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xix, 278 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Physician-Patient Relations
Neoplasms - radiotherapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781487528157
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H426c 2022

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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