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Therapeutic touch : how to use your hands to help or to heal

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4479
Krieger, Dolores. New York, NY: Prentice Hall Press , 1979.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 K753 1979
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Krieger, Dolores
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Prentice Hall Press
Publication Date
1979
Physical Description
viii, 168 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Therapeutic Touch
Mental Healing
Popular Work
ISBN
9780671765378
067176537X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 K753 1979

Copies

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You can fight for your life : emotional factors in the treatment of cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6407
LeShan, Lawrence. New York, NY: M. Evans and Company, Inc. , 1980.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201.5 L629 1980
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
LeShan, Lawrence
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
M. Evans and Company, Inc.
Publication Date
1980
Physical Description
xix, 192 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Stress, Psychological
Neoplasms - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
0871312344
0871314940 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201.5 L629 1980

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Tenth good thing about Barney

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog7567
Viorst, Judith, Blegvad, Erik. New York, NY: Aladdin Books , 1988. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 V798 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This book tells the story of a cat who dies and is buried. The child and father discuss heaven, and later they plant seeds in the garden. The father explains that Barney will become part of the ground and help plants grow, which they decide is a pretty good job for a cat.
More Information
Author
Viorst, Judith
Blegvad, Erik
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Aladdin Books
Publication Date
1988
Subjects
Grief
Infant
Child
Death
Attitude to Death
Parent-Child Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
This book tells the story of a cat who dies and is buried. The child and father discuss heaven, and later they plant seeds in the garden. The father explains that Barney will become part of the ground and help plants grow, which they decide is a pretty good job for a cat.
ISBN
0689712030
9780689712036
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 V798 1998

Copies

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Laugh your way to health

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Goodheart, Annette. Santa Barbara, CA: Goodheart Inc. , 1988.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BD431 G651 1988
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Goodheart, Annette
Place of Publication
Santa Barbara, CA
Publisher
Goodheart Inc.
Publication Date
1988
Physical Description
colour ; 60 minutes
Subjects
Wit and Humor
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BD431 G651 1988

Copies

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Head first : the biology of hope

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog68
Cousins, Norman. New York, NY: E.P. Dutton , 1989.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WD375 C867h 1989
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Cousins, Norman
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
E.P. Dutton
Publication Date
1989
Physical Description
xii, 368 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Hope
Attitude to Health
Consumer Participation
Psychotherapy
Wit and Humor
Popular Work
ISBN
9780525248057
0525248056
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WD375 C867h 1989

Copies

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Art of laughter therapy

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Goodheart, Annette. Santa Barbara, CA: Goodheart Inc. , 1990.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BD431 G651a 1990
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Goodheart, Annette
Place of Publication
Santa Barbara, CA
Publisher
Goodheart Inc.
Publication Date
1990
Physical Description
colour ; 105 minutes
Subjects
Wit and Humor
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BD431 G651a 1990

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Full catastrophe living : using the wisdom of your body and mind to face stress, pain and illness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6836
Kabat-Zinn, Jon. New York, NY: Delta Trade Paperpacks | Dell Publishing , 1990.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 K11 1990
Availability
10 copies, 9 available
More Information
Author
Kabat-Zinn, Jon
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Delta Trade Paperpacks
Dell Publishing
Publication Date
1990
Physical Description
xxiii, 467p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Mental Healing
Imagery
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0001857)
ISBN
9780385303125
0385303122
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 K11 1990

Copies

c.5 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr On Loan, due Tuesday, May 14, 2024
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Book of Rita's living

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Koerber, Rita. Robson, B.C.: Bear Grass Press , 1990.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 K78 1990
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Koerber, Rita
Editor
Templeton, Edith
Place of Publication
Robson, B.C.
Publisher
Bear Grass Press
Publication Date
1990
Subjects
Neoplasms
Autobiography
Popular Work
ISBN
0921097247
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ200 K78 1990

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Spinning straw into gold : your emotional recovery from breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3049
Kaye, Ronnie. [Toronto, ON]: Simon & Schuster Inc. , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 K23 1991
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
Looks at emotional responses to breast cancer treatments, reconstruction, body image and sexuality, and life after treatment. Includes exercises in relaxation, imagery, and inner child work.
More Information
Author
Kaye, Ronnie
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Inc.
Publication Date
1991
Physical Description
218 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Mastectomy - psychology
Mammaplasty
Popular Work
Abstract
Looks at emotional responses to breast cancer treatments, reconstruction, body image and sexuality, and life after treatment. Includes exercises in relaxation, imagery, and inner child work.
ISBN
9780671701642
0671701649
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 K23 1991

Copies

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Yours, mine and our children's grief : a parent's guide

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Mertick, Elva. Calgary, Alta.: Alberta Funeral Service Association , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 M575 1991
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Outlines how pre-school, older children and adolescents grieve and how to assist them through the process.
More Information
Author
Mertick, Elva
Place of Publication
Calgary, Alta.
Publisher
Alberta Funeral Service Association
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Grief
Parent-Child Relations
Infant
Child
Popular Work
Abstract
Outlines how pre-school, older children and adolescents grieve and how to assist them through the process.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 M575 1991

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Meditations for enhancing your immune system : strengthen your body's ability to heal

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14905
Siegel, Bernie S. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S572me 1992
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Siegel, Bernie S
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
1992
Subjects
Relaxation Techniques
Mental Healing
Imagery
Popular Work
ISBN
1561705349
Language
English
Material Type
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Call Number
QZ266 S572me 1992

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VC Library Relax Missing Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VC Library Relax Available
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Beauty and cancer : looking and feeling your best

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Noyes, Diane Doan, Mellody, Peggy. Dallas, TX: Taylor Publishing Company , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 N953 1992
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Noyes, Diane Doan
Mellody, Peggy
Place of Publication
Dallas, TX
Publisher
Taylor Publishing Company
Publication Date
1992
Subjects
Beauty
Neoplasms - complications
Cosmetics
Alopecia
Popular Work
ISBN
0878338098
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 N953 1992

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
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After cancer : a guide to your new life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10096
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel. New York, NY: W.W. Norton & Co., Inc. , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H296a 1994
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Addresses a wide range of issues, including after-effects of treatment; relating to friends and family; helping children deal with a parent?s cancer; and the practicalities of living wills and insurance.
More Information
Author
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
W.W. Norton & Co., Inc.
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - adverse effects
Popular Work
Abstract
Addresses a wide range of issues, including after-effects of treatment; relating to friends and family; helping children deal with a parent?s cancer; and the practicalities of living wills and insurance.
ISBN
0393036642 (bound)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H296a 1994

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr On Loan, due Monday, February 12, 2024
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I'm alive and the doctor's dead : surviving cancer with your sense of humor and your sexuality intact

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13424
Buchanan, Sue. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 B918 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Formerly titled "Love, laughter, and a high disregard for statistics"
More Information
Author
Buchanan, Sue
Place of Publication
Grand Rapids, MI
Publisher
Zondervan Publishing House
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Wit and Humor
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
Formerly titled "Love, laughter, and a high disregard for statistics"
ISBN
0310224551 (pbk.)
9780310224556
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 B918 1998

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Time in 7 : a relaxation tape : air and fire, earth and water

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6103
Smith, Elisabeth, Nicholson, Kathryn. [Vancouver, BC?]: British Columbia Cancer Agency/Trax Audio Productions , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S646 1994 v.7
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Smith, Elisabeth
Nicholson, Kathryn
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
British Columbia Cancer Agency/Trax Audio Productions
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Relaxation Techniques
Stress, Psychological
Imagery
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
Tape
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 S646 1994 v.7

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Simple abundance : a daybook of comfort and joy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9729
Breathnach, Sarah Ban. New York, NY: Warner Books, Inc. , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM61 B828s 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Breathnach, Sarah Ban
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Warner Books, Inc.
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Mental Healing
Spirituality
Women
Popular Work
ISBN
0446519138
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM61 B828s 1995

Copies

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Mindfulness meditation : cultivating the wisdom of your body and mind

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9766
Kabat-Zinn, Jon. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 K11a 1995 v.1-2
Availability
9 copies, 9 available
More Information
Author
Kabat-Zinn, Jon
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
2 CD's ; 120 minutes
Subjects
Meditation
Relaxation Techniques
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9780743520683
0743520688
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 K11a 1995 v.1-2

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VC Library Relax Missing Available
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Creative visualization : use the power of your imagination to create what you want in your life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10834
Gawain, Shakti. Novato, Ca.: New World Library , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 G284c 1995 v.1-3
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
More Information
Author
Gawain, Shakti
Place of Publication
Novato, Ca.
Publisher
New World Library
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
3 CD's
Subjects
Imagery
Relaxation Techniques
Popular Work
ISBN
1577312392
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Call Number
QZ266 G284c 1995 v.1-3

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VC Library Relax On Loan, due Thursday, June 13, 2024
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Caring and coping when your loved one is seriously ill

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4327
Grollman, Earl A. [Boston, MA]: Beacon Press , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G875c 1995
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Shows how to support the person who is ill and how the caregiver can handle his/her own emotions.
More Information
Author
Grollman, Earl A
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Beacon Press
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Terminal Care
Social Support
Grief
Popular Work
Abstract
Shows how to support the person who is ill and how the caregiver can handle his/her own emotions.
ISBN
0807027138
9780807027134
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G875c 1995

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Self-care for upper extremity lymphedema : a step by step maintenance and prevention program for patients who have had a mastectomy, lumpectomy and or axillary lymph node dissection and others "at risk" for developing lymphedema

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15852
Rovig, JoAnn. Kent, WA: Northwest Lymphedema Center , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 R875s 1995
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
Author
Rovig, JoAnn
Corporate Author
Lymphatic Therapy Associates
Place of Publication
Kent, WA
Publisher
Northwest Lymphedema Center
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
83 minutes
Subjects
Lymphedema - prevention & control
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Arm
Upper Extremity
Exercise Therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 R875s 1995

Copies

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