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

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Haugk, Kenneth C. [St. Louis, MO]: Stephen Ministries , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H371 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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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How can I help? : everyday ways to help your loved ones live with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19737
Spencer, Monique Doyle. Avon, MA: Adams Media , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 S745 2008
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Spencer, Monique Doyle
Place of Publication
Avon, MA
Publisher
Adams Media
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
xv, 223 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Social Support
Caregivers
Interpersonal Relations
Friends
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781598696813
1598696815
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 S745 2008

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When cancer strikes a friend : what to say, what to do, and how to help

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21841
Draeger, Bonnie E. New York, NY: Skyhorse Publishing , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 D758 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Draeger, Bonnie E
Editor
Abram, Rachel
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xi, 239 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Interpersonal Relations
Communication
Social Support
Friends
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
9781620872147
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 D758 2012

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Ness, Patrick, Dowd, Siobhan, Kay, Jim. Somerville, MA: Candlewick Press , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 N463 2011
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill - an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss.
Author
Ness, Patrick
Dowd, Siobhan
Kay, Jim
Place of Publication
Somerville, MA
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
204 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Grief - psychology
Self Concept
Adolescent
Parent-Child Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Emotions
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Fictional Works
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill - an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC
ISBN
9780763655594
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 N463 2011

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Extraordinary friendships through breast cancer : celebrity portraits by Rankin

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19699
Rankin. London: SEA Design , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 R211 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Rankin
Corporate Author
Breast Friends
Place of Publication
London
Publisher
SEA Design
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 31 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Social Support
Survivors
Adaptation, Psychological
Family
Friends
Interpersonal Relations
Autobiography
Portraits
Popular Work
ISBN
9780955389801
0955389801
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 R211 2006

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How to help your friend with cancer

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Fullbright, Colleen Dolan. Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2015.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 F965 2015
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Fullbright, Colleen Dolan
Place of Publication
Atlanta, GA
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xvii, 99 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Interpersonal Relations
Communication
Social Support
Friends
Popular Work
Helping Behavior
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC
ISBN
9781604432244
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 F965 2015

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How to be a friend to a friend who's sick

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114393
Pogrebin, Letty Cottin. Philadelphia, PA: PublicAffairs , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 P746 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Pogrebin, Letty Cottin
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
PublicAffairs
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
xiii, 283 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Interpersonal Relations
Friends
Social Support
Helping Behavior
Communication
Caregivers
Disease - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781610393744
9781610392839
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 P746 2013

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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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Heart of a champion : inspirational stories of people who have overcome many of life's challenging adversities

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14808
Winnipeg, MB: Children's Programs , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM171 H436 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Truthwaite, Rob
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
Children's Programs
Publication Date
2000
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological - popular works
Social Adjustment - psychology
Disabled Persons
Chronic Disease - popular works
Child
Emotions
Motivation
Juvenile Literature
Personal Narratives
ISBN
1550567837
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM171 H436 2000

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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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Journal : a mother and daughter's recovery from breast cancer

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Clark, Annabel, Redgrave, Lynn, Lerner, Barron. New York, NY: Umbrage Editions , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C592 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Mother and daughter's recovery from breast cancer
Author
Clark, Annabel
Redgrave, Lynn
Lerner, Barron
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Umbrage Editions
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
109 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Pictorial Works
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9781884167430
1884167438
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 C592 2004

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I am not my breast cancer : women talk openly about love and sex, hair loss and weight gain, mothers and daughters, and being a woman with breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21410
Peltason, Ruth. New York, NY: William Morrow , 2008. 1st ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 P394 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This book is based on an online dialogue created by Marc N. Weiss and Ruth Peltason and hosted by Web Lab (verso of title page).
Author
Peltason, Ruth
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
William Morrow
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
xix, 379 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Sexual Behavior
Alopecia
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
This book is based on an online dialogue created by Marc N. Weiss and Ruth Peltason and hosted by Web Lab (verso of title page).
ISBN
9780061174100
0061174106
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 P394 2008

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How to win a tickle fight

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114211
Lang, Mike, Bryant, Aaron. Common Language Storytelling | Hands On Films , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
How to Win a Tickle Fight is a true story that follows one young father, Brock, and his family for two years as they strive to live full, meaningful lives despite the metastatic cancer diagnosis they are navigating. Brock desperately wants to leave a legacy for his 7 year old son and be remembered …
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Alternate Title
How to win a tickle fight : a true story about what can go right, even when things have gone terribly wrong
Author
Lang, Mike
Bryant, Aaron
Corporate Author
Survive & Thrive Cancer Programs
Family Lines
Canadian Cancer Society
Publisher
Common Language Storytelling
Hands On Films
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
50 min.
Subjects
Terminally Ill - psychology
Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Family Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Young Adult
Personal Narratives
Canada
Popular Work
Abstract
How to Win a Tickle Fight is a true story that follows one young father, Brock, and his family for two years as they strive to live full, meaningful lives despite the metastatic cancer diagnosis they are navigating. Brock desperately wants to leave a legacy for his 7 year old son and be remembered as more than a 'sick person'. Kristen, Brock's wife, wants to maintain a closeness with her husband even while he is dying. And their son Ben... he just wants to have fun with his mom and dad. Through their difficult journey, the family comes to realizes that many things can still go right even when things have gone terribly wrong.
Notes
The complete documentary can be viewed online.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Choices in breast cancer treatment : medical specialists and cancer survivors tell you what you need to know

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19743
Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C545 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Miller, Kenneth D
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
x, 405 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Series
Johns Hopkins Press health book
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms - therapy
Decision Making
Survivors
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780801886850
0801886856
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 C545 2008

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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

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Sickness is the summer vacation of life : 83 courageous stories silently cheering for you

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124188
Kyoo, Hino. [Taiwan]: Harvest Culture , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 K99s 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Eighty three courageous stories
Author
Kyoo, Hino
Place of Publication
[Taiwan]
Publisher
Harvest Culture
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
193 p. ; 20 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Chronically Ill - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Coping
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
Originally published in Japan by Gentosha, Inc., Tokyo. 2016.
ISBN
9869476775
9789869476775
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 K99s 2017

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Truth of it : an unscripted video series about cancer : caregiver experience

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120821
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer. [Toronto, ON]: Cancer View Canada , [2010].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 T875c 2010 v.7
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Sisters. Husbands. Daughters. Fathers. Familiar roles transform when one cares for a family member or close friend living with cancer. Watching these videos will allow you to meet someone who has cared for a loved one with cancer.
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Cancer View Canada
Publication Date
[2010]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (approximately 100 min.)
Series
Truth of it 7
Subjects
Caregivers - psychology
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Palliative Care
Social Support
Family Relations
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
Sisters. Husbands. Daughters. Fathers. Familiar roles transform when one cares for a family member or close friend living with cancer. Watching these videos will allow you to meet someone who has cared for a loved one with cancer.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ201 T875c 2010 v.7
Read Online

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Option B : facing adversity, building resilience, and finding joy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120298
Sandberg, Sheryl, Grant, Adam. New York, NY: Alfred A. Knopf , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 S194 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Sandberg, Sheryl
Grant, Adam
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
226 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Loss
Bereavement
Adaptation, Psychological
Resilience, Psychological
Life Change Events
Family Relations
Spouses
Widowhood
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781524732684
1524732680
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 S194 2017

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What I learned from cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21724
Maione, Dennis. Winnipeg, MB: Prompters to Life , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 M227 2014
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Author
Maione, Dennis
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
Prompters to Life
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
215 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - genetics
Colorectal Neoplasms - genetics
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Family Relations
Survivors
Personal Narratives
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9780993738616
0993738613
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 M227 2014

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For Michael, love Cynda

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120603
Yeasting, Cynda. [Victoria, BC?]: Friesen Press , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WL358 Y39 2016
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A unique love story between a terminally ill man and the woman who found him on a dating website. He put his heart out there and she was lucky enough to find him. This book is their love story, from a first date to dealing with challenges that Michael's terminal cancer diagnosis brought them. Livin…
Author
Yeasting, Cynda
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Friesen Press
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
x, 293 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Brain Neoplasms
Spouses
Love
Hope
Grief
Interpersonal Relations
Terminal Care
Terminally Ill - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
A unique love story between a terminally ill man and the woman who found him on a dating website. He put his heart out there and she was lucky enough to find him. This book is their love story, from a first date to dealing with challenges that Michael's terminal cancer diagnosis brought them. Living life to the fullest and hoping for a miracle - Cover
ISBN
9781460267486
9781460267479
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WL358 Y39 2016

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