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

Corporate Author

Canadian Virtual Hospice

Canadian Partnership Against Cancer

Place of Publication

Winnipeg, MB

Publisher

Canadian Virtual Hospice

Publication Date

2016

Physical Description

1 videodisc (83 min.) + 1 USB flash drive (83 min.)

Series

LivingMyCulture.ca

Subjects

Attitude to Death

Terminally Ill

Palliative Care

Bereavement

Grief

Loss

Spirituality

Medicine, Traditional

Ceremonial Behavior

First Nations

Inuits

Metis

Personal Narratives

Abstract

First Nations, Inuit, and Metis share stories about living with serious illness and grief. The video series consists of 170 short video clips organized by theme. Highlights are captured in four longer videos.

1. Ceremony, tradition and spirituality (21:41)

2. Caring for the patient and family (16:50)

3. Walking along side for a good death (21:21)

4. Honouring our loss and grief (23:11)

Notes

Contents available in DVD format or USB flash drive.

Language

English

Material Type

DVD

Video

Pre-loaded Media

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

BF575 C212 2016

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Alternate Title

Bounce Back : living life to the full

Author

Williams, Chris

Corporate Author

Canadian Mental Health Association. BC Division

Place of Publication

Leeds, UK

Publisher

Media Innovations

Publication Date

2008

Physical Description

1 videodisc

Subjects

Depression

Anxiety

Psychotherapy

Cognitive Therapy

Adaptation, Psychological

Stress, Psychological

Self-Help Groups

Popular Work

Abstract

This DVD has been modified by the Canadian Mental Health Association's BC Division for use as part of the Bounce Back program in British Columbia.

BC Introduction

Starting out

Problem solving

Building confidence and activities

Balanced thinking

Dealing with unhelpful behaviour

Sleeping better

Healthy living

Assertiveness

Language

English

Material Type

DVD

Video

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM171.5 L786 2008

Website Notes

Preview and availability

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Alternate Title

Bounce Back : living life to the full

Author

Williams, Chris

Corporate Author

Canadian Mental Health Association. BC Division

Place of Publication

Leeds, UK

Publisher

Media Innovations

Publication Date

2009

Subjects

Depression

Anxiety

Psychotherapy

Cognitive Therapy

Adaptation, Psychological

Stress, Psychological

Self-Help Groups

Popular Work

Abstract

This DVD has been modified by the Canadian Mental Health Association's BC Division for use as part of the Bounce Back program in British Columbia.

BC Introduction

Starting out

Problem solving

Building confidence and activities

Balanced thinking

Dealing with unhelpful behaviour

Sleeping better

Healthy living

Assertiveness

Voice of the author

Language

Chinese-Cantonese

Material Type

Video

DVD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM171.5 L786c 2009

Website Notes

Preview and availability

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Alternate Title

Bounce Back : living life to the full

Author

Williams, Chris

Corporate Author

Canadian Mental Health Association. BC Division

Place of Publication

Leeds, UK

Publisher

Media Innovations

Publication Date

2009

Subjects

Depression

Anxiety

Psychotherapy

Cognitive Therapy

Adaptation, Psychological

Stress, Psychological

Self-Help Groups

Popular Work

Abstract

This DVD has been modified by the Canadian Mental Health Association's BC Division for use as part of the Bounce Back program in British Columbia.

BC Introduction

Starting out

Problem solving

Building confidence and activities

Balanced thinking

Dealing with unhelpful behaviour

Sleeping better

Healthy living

Assertiveness

Voice of the author

Language

Chinese-Mandarin

Material Type

Video

DVD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM171.5 L786m 2009

Website Notes

Preview and availability

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Corporate Author

BC Cancer Agency

Patient and Family Counselling Services

Psychosocial Oncology Program

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Cancer Agency

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

1 videodisc (12:19 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.

Subjects

Stress, Psychological

Neoplasms - psychology

Relaxation Therapy

Relaxation Therapy - methods

Meditation

Mindfulness

Coping

Abstract

Part I (12:19)

Part II Body Scan (8:54)

Language

English

Chinese-Traditional

Chinese-Simplified

Punjabi

Material Type

Video

DVD

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ266 M266 2018

Website Notes

Translations of Part I in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Punjabi are available at website. Part II Body Scan is available online.

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Alternate Title

Healing program

Author

Rutledge, Rob

Walker, Timothy

Corporate Author

Healing and Cancer Foundation

Place of Publication

Halifax, NS

Publisher

Healing and Cancer Foundation

Publication Date

2013

Physical Description

9 videodiscs (652 minutes) + 1 study guide.

Subjects

Mind-Body Therapies

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Self-Help Groups

Breathing Exercises

Meditation

Relaxation Therapy

Spirituality

Group Processes

Adaptation, Psychological

Canada

Popular Work

Abstract

This 9-DVD educational set is meant to be a resource for women and family members affected by breast cancer. The first DVD of the set contains a 45 minute documentary called "The Nature of Healing" which was filmed at a "Skills for Healing" weekend retreat in Nova Scotia in 2012. Also on this disk is a lecture entitled "Complete breast cancer care" an oncologist's view of how to get the best care from the medical system and how women can do to empower themselves at levels of body, mind and spirit. The remaining 8-DVD's comprise a complete video from another weekend retreat including all the lectures, exercises, and group discussions. Available at: www.healingandcancer.org

Nature of healing documentary and complete breast cancer care lecture (45 minutes)

Booklet titled "Healing program : study guide"

The Healing Program : DVD 1 : Opening circle (63 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 2 : Empowering the body (55 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 3: Power of mindfulness (78 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 4: Stress and the relaxation response (85 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 5: Reframing difficult thoughts with insight and kindness : Part 1 (78 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 6: Reframing difficult thoughts with insight and kindness : Part 2 (71 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 7: Working with fears and hopes (98 minutes)

The Healing Program : DVD 8: Closing Circle (79 minutes)

ISBN

9780986546518

Language

English

Material Type

Video

DVD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 H434n 2013 v.1-9

Website Notes

Expanded version of the booklet

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Author

Sawasy, Jackie

Fiore, Andy

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Fiore Films

Publication Date

2010

Physical Description

40 minutes

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Survivors

Complementary Therapies

Breathing Exercises

Adaptation, Psychological

Relaxation Therapy

Popular Work

Abstract

This film follows the healing journey of retired nurse, Jackie Sawasy, who through a proactive 8 months, reveals how she overcame breast cancer. Initially detected by her Qigong therapist, Jackie decides to order her own mammograms. When the diagnosis is confirmed, she takes control and empowers herself through various holistic practices. This inspiring film supports the idea that breast cancer is not a death sentence.

Language

English

Material Type

Video

DVD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 S445 2010

Website Notes

2 minute trailer preview

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Corporate Author

Canadian Dermatology Association

Place of Publication

[Ottawa, ON]

Publisher

Canadian Dermatology Association

Publication Date

1999

Physical Description

colour ; 4 minutes + insert

Subjects

Sunlight - adverse effects

Skin Neoplasms - prevention & control

Infant

Child

Popular Work

Abstract

Includes a one page printed information titled "Helpul tips for parents : sun safe play, everyday!" and "Tips for daycares: teaching pre-schoolers sun safe play, everyday!"

Language

English

Material Type

Video

DVD

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

WR500 S954 1999

Copies

Alternate Title

Managing fatigue : tired of being tired

Author

Finck, Jennifer

Wong, Helen

Place of Publication

[Victoria, BC?]

Publisher

BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Cancer Centre

Publication Date

2012

Physical Description

25 minutes

Subjects

Pain

Language

English

Material Type

Video

DVD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet