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Chemotherapy : a healing solution

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16222
Hopps, Nancy, Mast, Donna. Eugene, OR: Synergistic Systems , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H798c 2006
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Hopps, Nancy
Mast, Donna
Place of Publication
Eugene, OR
Publisher
Synergistic Systems
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
71 minutes + booklet (16 p. : ill. ; 17 cm.)
Series
Relax into healing
Subjects
Neoplasms - drug therapy
Relaxation Techniques
Imagery
Mental Healing
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780978598518
0978598512
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 H798c 2006

Copies

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Deep, healing sleep

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19817
Hopps, Nancy, Parshalle, Brad. Eugene, OR: Synergistic Systems , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H7981d 2006
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Hopps, Nancy
Parshalle, Brad
Place of Publication
Eugene, OR
Publisher
Synergistic Systems
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
1 CD : 60 minutes + booklet (16 p. : ill. ; 17 cm.)
Series
Relax into healing
Subjects
Sleep
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Mental Healing
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780966306965
0966306961
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 H7981d 2006

Copies

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Finding the still point : music for healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20659
Washburn, John. [Vancouver, BC?]: Grouse Records , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 V223 2006 v.1
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Washburn, John
Corporate Author
Vancouver Chamber Choir
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Grouse Records
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
Music for healing
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Mental Healing
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Music
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 V223 2006 v.1

Copies

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Pain : softening the sensations

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16244
Hopps, Nancy, Mast, Donna. Eugene, OR: Synergistic Systems , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H7981p 2006
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Hopps, Nancy
Mast, Donna
Place of Publication
Eugene, OR
Publisher
Synergistic Systems
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
74 minutes + booklet (24 p. : ill. ; 17 cm.)
Series
Relax into healing
Subjects
Pain - psychology
Relaxation Techniques
Imagery
Mental Healing
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780978598549
0978598547
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 H7981p 2006

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Radiation : removing the dross

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16208
Hopps, Nancy, Mast, Donna. Eugene, OR: Synergistic Systems , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ269 H798r 2006
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Hopps, Nancy
Mast, Donna
Place of Publication
Eugene, OR
Publisher
Synergistic Systems
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
73 minutes + booklet (16 p. : ill. ; 17 cm.)
Series
Relax into healing
Subjects
Radiotherapy - psychology
Relaxation Techniques
Mental Healing
Imagery
Stress, Psychological
ISBN
9780978598525
0978598520
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ269 H798r 2006

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Unexpected gifts : music for healing II : family set - dialogues for families in crisis

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17619
Washburn, Jon. [Vancouver, BC?]: Grouse Records , 2008?.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 U55 2008 v.1-2
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
v.1: Family disc; v.2: Music disc
Author
Washburn, Jon
Corporate Author
Vancouver Chamber Choir
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Grouse Records
Publication Date
2008?
Physical Description
2 CD's ; 123 minutes + booklet
Series
Music for healing
Subjects
Relaxation Techniques
Music Therapy
Mental Healing
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Family Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
v.1: Family disc
v.2: Music disc
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 U55 2008 v.1-2

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Yoga and breast cancer : a journey to health and healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20093
Kollak, Ingrid, Utz-Billing, Isabell. New York, NY: Demos Health , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 K81y 2011
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
  1 read online  
Author
Kollak, Ingrid
Utz-Billing, Isabell
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Health
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
xv, 173 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Exercise Therapy
Meditation
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Yoga
Mind-Body Therapies
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781932603910
1932603913
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP870 K81y 2011
Website Notes
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Sleep deeply : scientifically designed

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18882
May, Daniel. [Toronto, ON]: Somerset Entertainment Ltd. , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M461 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Music and nature sounds; Twilight fades; Gentle Descent; First star in the sky; Worlds away; An Angel's caress; Midnight blue; Drifting in dreamland; Safe and sound
Author
May, Daniel
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Somerset Entertainment Ltd.
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
59 minutes
Series
Solitudes 35662
Subjects
Sleep Disorders - therapy
Sleep Disorders - psychology
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Techniques
Stress, Psychological
Music Therapy
Popular Work
Abstract
Music and nature sounds
Twilight fades
Gentle Descent
First star in the sky
Worlds away
An Angel's caress
Midnight blue
Drifting in dreamland
Safe and sound
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Music
Call Number
QZ266 M461 2006

Copies

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Inspire : coping with lung cancer : the emotional journey : for the patient

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18179
Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology, International Psycho-Oncology Society (IPOS). Mississauga, ON: Hoffmann-La Roche Limited , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WF658 I59p 2008
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
Corporate Author
Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology
International Psycho-Oncology Society (IPOS)
Place of Publication
Mississauga, ON
Publisher
Hoffmann-La Roche Limited
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
28 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Series
Inspire
Subjects
Lung Neoplasms - psychology
Lung Neoplasms - therapy
Social Support
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WF658 I59p 2008

Copies

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Natural sleep inducement

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18883
Bradstreet, David. [Toronto, ON]: Somerset Entertainment Ltd. , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B812 1999
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Music and nature sounds; Blue horizon; Eternal wave; Light of the moon; Celestial glow; Water voices
Author
Bradstreet, David
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Somerset Entertainment Ltd.
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
61 minutes
Series
Solitudes music for your health
Subjects
Sleep
Music Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Popular Work
Abstract
Music and nature sounds
Blue horizon
Eternal wave
Light of the moon
Celestial glow
Water voices
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Music
Call Number
QZ266 B812 1999

Copies

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Music to promote sleep

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18888
Bekker, Hennie, Gibson, Gordon. [Toronto, ON]: Avalon | Sonicaid , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B424 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Journey to dreamland; Drifting into delta; Floating free; Tranquil realms; Waves of renewal; Rebirth
Author
Bekker, Hennie
Gibson, Gordon
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Avalon
Sonicaid
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
61 minutes
Subjects
Sleep
Music Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Popular Work
Abstract
Journey to dreamland
Drifting into delta
Floating free
Tranquil realms
Waves of renewal
Rebirth
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Music
Call Number
QZ266 B424 2004

Copies

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Essentials of managing stress

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121930
Seaward, Brian Luke. Burlington, MA: Jones and Bartlett Learning , [2019]. 5th ed.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; Part 1: The wellness mandala: holistic stress management. The nature of stress -- The body: the battlefield for the mind's war games -- The emotions: from a motivation of fear to a motivation of love -- The mind: the psychology of stress -- The spirit: health of the human spirit -- Part …
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Author
Seaward, Brian Luke
Edition
5th ed.
Place of Publication
Burlington, MA
Publisher
Jones and Bartlett Learning
Publication Date
[2019]
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Adaptation, Psychological
Relaxation Therapy - methods
Abstract
Contents:
Part 1: The wellness mandala: holistic stress management. The nature of stress -- The body: the battlefield for the mind's war games -- The emotions: from a motivation of fear to a motivation of love -- The mind: the psychology of stress -- The spirit: health of the human spirit -- Part 2: Effective coping skills. Reframing: creating a positive mind-set -- Comic relief: the healing power of humor -- Simple assertiveness and healthy boundaries -- Time and money: effective resource management -- Expressive art therapy -- Creative problem solving -- Communication skills (in the information age) -- Additional coping skills -- Part 3: Effective relaxation techniques. The art of calm: relaxation through the five senses -- The art of breathing -- The art of meditation -- The power of mental imagery and visualization -- Soothing sounds: music to relax by -- Massage therapy and bodywork -- Hatha yoga -- Self-hypnosis and autogenics -- Nutrition: eating for a healthy immune system -- Physical exercise: flushing out the stress hormones -- Ecotherapy: the healing power of nature -- Additional relaxation techniques -- Part 4: Designing your personal relaxation program.
ISBN
1284180727
9781284180725
9781284180732
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This R2 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.
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Healing the emotional aspects of cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18418
Fleming, Tapas, Campbell, Bruce. Redondo Beach, CA: TAT International , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 F598 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Fleming, Tapas
Campbell, Bruce
Place of Publication
Redondo Beach, CA
Publisher
TAT International
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
75 minutes
1 booklet
Subjects
Acupressure
Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques
Popular Work
Notes
DVD with booklet
ISBN
9781893412095
1893412091
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 F598 2004

Copies

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Breast cancer journey : the essential guide to treatment and recovery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113562
O'Regan, Ruth, Gabram, Sheryl, Ades, Terri B. Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2013. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
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Author
O'Regan, Ruth
Gabram, Sheryl
Ades, Terri B
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
Atlanta, GA
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
577 p.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Breast Neoplasms - therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
9781604430301
9781604432237
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Women's cancers: pathways to healing : a patient's guide to dealing with cancer and abnormal smears

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18169
Smith, J. Richard, Del Priore, Giuseppe. London, UK: Springer-Verlag London Limited , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP145 S657 2009
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Women's cancers : pathways to healing : a patient's guide to dealing with ovarian and breast cancer
Author
Smith, J. Richard
Del Priore, Giuseppe
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Springer-Verlag London Limited
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xvi, 138 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Breast Neoplasms
Genital Neoplasms, Female
Ovarian Neoplasms
Women's Health
Popular Work
Notes
Table of Contents includes:
Cervical cancer
Endometrial cancer
Vulval cancer
Choriocarcinoma
ISBN
9781846284373
1846284380
9781846284380
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP145 S657 2009
Website Notes
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Complementary therapies : a guide for people with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17823
Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 C216c 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
32 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Complementary Therapies
Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture
Aromatherapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Decision Making
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Canadian Cancer Society
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 C216c 2009

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A journey towards healing: managing paediatric leukaemia : a guide for parents

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124996
Mandal, Shibaji. India: Bloomsbury India , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
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Alternate Title
Managing pediatric leukemia
Childhood leukemia
Author
Mandal, Shibaji
Place of Publication
India
Publisher
Bloomsbury India
Publication Date
2021
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Leukemia
Infant
Child
Adolescent
Parent-Child Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9789390252619
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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My partner has breast cancer : how can I help? : a parallel journey

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19718
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
18 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Social Support
Popular Work
Notes
There was also an edition revised July 2012 which is online.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2010
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My partner has breast cancer : how can I help? : a parallel journey

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15695
Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon. [Vancouver, BC?]: Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Corporate Author
Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Alliance for Breast Cancer Information & Support, BC & Yukon
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Social Support
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2007

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Global Perspectives in Cancer Care : Religion, Spirituality, and Cultural Diversity in Health and Healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124695
New York: Oxford University Press , c2022.
Audience
Professional
"With cancer ranking as the primary or secondary cause of premature death in almost 100 countries worldwide, the World Health Organization recognized a high level of investment in cancer control and treatment (including palliative care) in 2019. At that time, governments at the World Health Assembl…
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Editor
Silbermann, Michael
Berger, Ann
Place of Publication
New York
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
c2022
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Spiritual Therapies
Spirituality
Cultural Diversity
Religion and Medicine
Abstract
"With cancer ranking as the primary or secondary cause of premature death in almost 100 countries worldwide, the World Health Organization recognized a high level of investment in cancer control and treatment (including palliative care) in 2019. At that time, governments at the World Health Assembly (WHA) unanimously adopted a new cancer resolution (Universal Health Coverage: Moving Together to Build a Healthier World). The resolution noted the potential for cancer prevention to reduce cancer burden in the future, while reducing the suffering from cancer in the communities.As most countries are facing an overall increase in the absolute number of cancer cases, large geographical diversity in cancer occurrence and variations in the magnitude and profile of the disease still continue between and within world regions. Specific types of cancer dominate globally: lung, female breast, and colorectal cancer. The regional variations in common cancer types signal the extent to which societal, economic, and lifestyle changes interplay to differentially impact the profile of this most complex group of diseases.Although survival rates for cancer have improved significantly over the past few decades, for each individual, the diagnosis and treatment of cancer are still devastating, affecting the family and community as well. The care of a person with cancer must be more than just the treatment of the cancer itself. Understanding the cultural, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of the cancer sufferer and their family and community will ensure the best care.In order to treat individuals with cancer and understand how to give the best possible care to underserved populations, we need to understand cultural diversity. Understanding that cultural aspects of a society may be intertwined with finances and other resources can improve adherence and access to care. Culture is made up of language, religion, cuisine, social norms, history, ancestry, music, arts, and spirituality. In order to improve cancer care outcomes, patients' diverse spiritual and cultural beliefs must be recognized. In addition, available methods must be utilized to improve access and adherence to treatment modalities and regimens.In this book, we focus on numerous diverse cultures, traditions, and faiths. Many parts of the world are composed of indigenous cultures, with unique spiritual beliefs in addition to the region's primary religion. We present chapters on indigenous religions as well as indigenous traditional healers. People everywhere experience trouble, sorrow, need, and sickness, and they develop skills and knowledge in response to these adversities. This book provides insightful models of these parameters and serves as a valuable resource for health care providers and policymakers by taking a global approach to cultural diversity in the world. By understanding this multiculturalism and the many aspects of psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of health and healing, we can learn from one another." --publisher
ISBN
9780197551349
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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