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Reflections : illness and healing : the art of Robert Pope

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Murray, Jock. Hantsport, N.S.: Robert Pope Foundation , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 M982 1996
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Murray, Jock
Place of Publication
Hantsport, N.S.
Publisher
Robert Pope Foundation
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Art Therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
0889995877
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 M982 1996

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Good grief rituals : tools for healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6226
Childs-Gowell, Elaine. Barrytown, N.Y.: Station Hill Press , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C537 1992
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Includes a section on Native American/First Nations beliefs, medicine wheel, and totme animal spiritis.
Author
Childs-Gowell, Elaine
Place of Publication
Barrytown, N.Y.
Publisher
Station Hill Press
Publication Date
1992
Physical Description
xi, 91 p. : ill. ; 17cm.
Subjects
Grief
Loss
First Nations
Popular Work
Abstract
Includes a section on Native American/First Nations beliefs, medicine wheel, and totme animal spiritis.
ISBN
0882681184
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C537 1992

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Survivors in search of a voice : the art of courage

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6456
Amesbury, Barbra. [Toronto, ON]: Woodlawn Arts Foundation , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 A513s 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Amesbury, Barbra
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Woodlawn Arts Foundation
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Art Therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
969904304
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 A513s 1995

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Healing meditation : accelerate healing and recovery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19820
Howell, Kelly, Schwimmer, Robert. Santa Fe, NM: Brain Sync Corporation , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H859h 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Howell, Kelly
Schwimmer, Robert
Place of Publication
Santa Fe, NM
Publisher
Brain Sync Corporation
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
Brain wave therapy
Subjects
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Meditation
Stress, Psychological
Adaptation, Psychological
Music Therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
9781881451679
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Call Number
QZ266 H859h 1994

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American Indian healing arts : herbs, rituals and remedies for every season of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122891
Kavasch, E. Barrie, Baar, Karen. New York, NY: Bantam Books , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB55 K21 1999
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Kavasch, E. Barrie
Baar, Karen
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
xviii, 309 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
First Nations
Plants, Medicinal
Plant Preparations
Medicine, Traditional
Popular Work
ISBN
9780553378818
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Status
Received
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB55 K21 1999
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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In the spirit of healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog8236
Nicholson, Kathryn, Smith, Elisabeth. [Vancouver, BC?]: British Columbia Cancer Agency/Trax Audio Productions , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N626 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Side 1:; Let the Music In; Playing Time: 22 minutes; Content: Music only; Musician: Kathryn Nicholson; Offers a selection of beautiful and beloved songs, chants, spirituals, folkmusic from around the world. Songs such as:; Both Sides Now; Let it Be; All Through the Night; Simple Gifts; Side 2:; In …
Author
Nicholson, Kathryn
Smith, Elisabeth
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
British Columbia Cancer Agency/Trax Audio Productions
Publication Date
1994
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Techniques
Mental Healing
Popular Work
Abstract
Side 1:
Let the Music In
Playing Time: 22 minutes
Content: Music only
Musician: Kathryn Nicholson
Offers a selection of beautiful and beloved songs, chants, spirituals, folkmusic from around the world. Songs such as:
Both Sides Now
Let it Be
All Through the Night
Simple Gifts
Side 2:
In the Spirit of Healing
Playing Time: 18 minutes
Content: Music and Readings
Narrator: Lis Smith
This side addresses the spiritual component of the healing journey. It includes two thoughtful readings, a
Japanese folk song, a Russian hymn and a Hebrew blessing. There is also an extended section of vocal improvisation reminiscent of Gregorian chant. The
music and the message on this tape are universal.
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
Tape
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 N626 1994

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Art, rage, us : art and writing by women with breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15706
Eikenberry, Jill, Williams, Terry Tempest. San Francisco, CA: Chronicle Books , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 A784 1998
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Eikenberry, Jill
Williams, Terry Tempest
Place of Publication
San Francisco, CA
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
175 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Patients - psychology
Women - psychology
Writing
Art Therapy
Breast Neoplasms - pictorial works
Breast Neoplasms - anecdotes
Breast Neoplasms - poetry
Popular Work
ISBN
0811821307
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 A784 1998

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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
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

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Sounds of healing : a physician reveals the therapeutic power of sound, voice and music

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Gaynor, Mitchell L. New York, NY: Broadway Books , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 G288s 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Healing power of sound
Author
Gaynor, Mitchell L
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Broadway Books
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation
Meditation
Holistic Health
Popular Work
ISBN
0767902653
9780767902656
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 G288s 1999

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Appointment with the wise old dog : dream images in a time of crisis

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19938
Blum, David, Ma, Yo-Yo, Thompson, Rustin. Medina, WA: Sarah Blum , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B659 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Dream images in a time of crisis
Author
Blum, David
Ma, Yo-Yo
Thompson, Rustin
Place of Publication
Medina, WA
Publisher
Sarah Blum
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
29 minutes
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Art Therapy
Dreams - psychology
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Music Therapy
Mental Healing
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 B659 1998

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Path through loss : a guide to writing your healing and growth

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Reeves, Nancy C. [Victoria, BC?]: Grieving Issues , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 R332p 1999
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Each section is divided by an illustration to encourage centring and meditation. For those who do not wish to write, blank sections can be used for photographs, drawings, dried flowers, clippings etc.
Author
Reeves, Nancy C
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Grieving Issues
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Grief
Loss
Popular Work
Abstract
Each section is divided by an illustration to encourage centring and meditation. For those who do not wish to write, blank sections can be used for photographs, drawings, dried flowers, clippings etc.
ISBN
0968484409
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 R332p 1999

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Meditation to ease grief

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Naparstek, Belleruth. Akron, OH: Image Paths, Inc. , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N195m 1992
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Alternate Title
Ease grief
Author
Naparstek, Belleruth
Place of Publication
Akron, OH
Publisher
Image Paths, Inc.
Publication Date
1992
Physical Description
50 minutes
Series
Health journeys
Subjects
Grief
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781881405436
1881405435
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 N195m 1992

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Living with grief when illness is prolonged

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Washington, DC: Hospice Foundation of America , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 L785 1997 v.6
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Editor
Doka, Kenneth J
Davidson, Joyce D
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Hospice Foundation of America
Publication Date
1997
Physical Description
xii, 220 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Death
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9781560327035
1560327030
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 L785 1997 v.6

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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.
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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Winter grief, summer grace : returning to life after a loved one dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114761
Miller, James E. Minneapolis, MN: Augsburg Fortress , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 M648 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Miller, James E.
Place of Publication
Minneapolis, MN
Publisher
Augsburg Fortress
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
63 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Series
Willowgreen Series
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement
Loss
Adaptation, Psychological
Spirituality
Poetry
Popular Work
ISBN
9780806628332
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 M648 1995
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Breathing : the master key to self healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18636
Weil, Andrew. Boulder, CO: Sounds True , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 W422b 1999 v.1-2
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
v.1: The benefits of breathwork; v.2: 8 sections; Preparing for breathwork/following your breath; Begin with exhalation; Squeeze more air out of the lungs; The stimulating breath; Make your breathing deep, slow, quiet and regular; Let yourself be breathed; The relaxing breath; Combining the stimul…
Author
Weil, Andrew
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Sounds True
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
2 CD's + 1 booklet
Series
Self healing series
Subjects
Meditation
Breathing Exercises
Mind Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Mental Healing
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Popular Work
Abstract
v.1: The benefits of breathwork
v.2: 8 sections
Preparing for breathwork/following your breath
Begin with exhalation
Squeeze more air out of the lungs
The stimulating breath
Make your breathing deep, slow, quiet and regular
Let yourself be breathed
The relaxing breath
Combining the stimulating and relaxing breaths
ISBN
156455726X
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 W422b 1999 v.1-2

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Meditation to help you with radiation therapy

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Naparstek, Belleruth. Akron, OH: Health Journeys , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N1953 1999
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Introduction; Guided imagery; Music
Author
Naparstek, Belleruth
Place of Publication
Akron, OH
Publisher
Health Journeys
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
32 minutes
Series
Health journeys
Subjects
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Mind-Body Therapies
Neoplasms - radiotherapy
Radiotherapy - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
Introduction
Guided imagery
Music
ISBN
9781881405719
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 N1953 1999

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Choices in healing : integrating the best of conventional and complementary approaches to cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4920
Lerner, Michael. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 L616 1994
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Lerner, Michael
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
MIT Press
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
xxvi, 667 p. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Alternative Medicine
Neoplasms - therapy
Psychotherapy
Popular Work
ISBN
0262621045 (pbk.)
0262121808 (hbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 L616 1994

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Chemotherapy and radiation therapy survival guide

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McKay, Judith, Hirano, Nancee. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 1998. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M153c 1998
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Alternate Title
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy survival guide : information, suggestions and support to help you get through treatment
Author
McKay, Judith
Hirano, Nancee
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
x, 226 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
Radiotherapy - adverse effects
Neoplasms - drug therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
1572240709
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 M153c 1998

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Art of doing nothing : simple ways to make time for yourself

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21055
Vienne, Veronique, Lennard, Erica. York, NY: Clarkson Potter Publishers , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 V663 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Vienne, Veronique
Lennard, Erica
Place of Publication
York, NY
Publisher
Clarkson Potter Publishers
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
96 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Stress, Psychological
Relaxation Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Life Change Events
Popular Work
ISBN
9780609600740
0609600745
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425 V663 1998

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