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And in health : a guide for couples facing cancer together

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Shapiro, Dan. [Boston, MA]: Trumpeter , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 S529 2013
Availability
6 copies, 5 available
Author
Shapiro, Dan
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Trumpeter
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
xi, 233 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Caregivers - psychology
Marriage - psychology
Interpersonal Relations
Sexual Behavior
Sexual Partners
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781611800173
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 S529 2013

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Antidepressant skills at work : dealing with mood problems in the workplace

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Bilsker, Dan, Gilbert, Merv, Samra, Joti. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (BCMHAS) , 2007.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM171 B599a 2007
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
  2 read online  
Author
Bilsker, Dan
Gilbert, Merv
Samra, Joti
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (BCMHAS)
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
64 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Workplace - psychology
Mental Health
Depression - prevention & control
Stress, Psychological
Life Change Events
Self Care
Problem Solving
Occupational Health Services
Affective Symptoms
Emotions
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Kelowna Library
Abbotsford Library
Internet
Call Number
WM171 B599a 2007
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Antidepressant skills workbook (ASW)

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Bilsker, Dan, Paterson, Randy. [Vancouver, BC?]: Simon Fraser University | BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (BCMHAS) , 2005. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
  2 read online  
Alternate Title
Self-care depression program : antidepressant skills workbook
Author
Bilsker, Dan
Paterson, Randy
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Simon Fraser University
BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (BCMHAS)
Publication Date
2005
Subjects
Mental Health
Depression - prevention & control
Stress, Psychological
Life Change Events
Self Care
Problem Solving
Occupational Health Services
Affective Symptoms
Emotions
Adaptation, Psychological
Behavior Therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
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Applied relaxation training

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McKay, Matthew, Fanning. Patrick. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications , 1986.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M152a 1986
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
McKay, Matthew
Fanning. Patrick
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Publication Date
1986
Physical Description
41 minutes
Series
Relaxation and stress reduction audio series
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Breathing Exercises
Popular Work
ISBN
9781572246379
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 M152a 1986

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Gibson, Dan. [Toronto, ON]: Solitudes Ltd. , 2001. 20th anniversary collection.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 B561 2001
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Nature sounds with music
Author
Gibson, Dan
Edition
20th anniversary collection
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Solitudes Ltd.
Publication Date
2001
Physical Description
2 audio discs (132 min., 57 sec.)
Series
Solitudes
Exploring nature with music
Dan Gibson's solitudes
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
Nature sounds with music
ISBN
096741010729
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 B561 2001

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Bodies and barriers : queer activists on health

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123682
Oakland, CA: PM Press , 2020.
Audience
Professional
Summary:; LGBT people pervasively experience health disparities, affecting every part of their bodies and lives. Yet many are still grappling to understand the mutually reinforcing health care challenges that lead LGBT people to experience worsened health outcomes. Bodies and Barriers informs healt…
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Editor
Shanker, Adrian
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
PM Press
Publication Date
2020
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Culturally Competent Care
Healthcare Disparities
Abstract
Summary:
LGBT people pervasively experience health disparities, affecting every part of their bodies and lives. Yet many are still grappling to understand the mutually reinforcing health care challenges that lead LGBT people to experience worsened health outcomes. Bodies and Barriers informs health care professionals, students in health professions, policymakers, and fellow activists about these challenges, providing insights and a road map for action that could improve queer health. - Provided by publisher.
ISBN
9781629638010
9781629637846
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Breaking boundaries : LGBTQ2 writers on coming out and into Canada

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Nanoose Bay, BC: Rebel Mountain Press , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA300 B828 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Shwydky, Lori
Place of Publication
Nanoose Bay, BC
Publisher
Rebel Mountain Press
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
145 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Personal Narratives
Canada
Popular Work
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
ISBN
9780994730275
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA300 B828 2017

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The care we dream of : liberatory & transformative approaches to LGBTQ+ health

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124550
Vancouver, BC: Arsenal Pulp Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
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Editor
Sharman, Zena
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
Arsenal Pulp Press
Publication Date
2021
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Minority Health
Healthcare Disparities
Physician-Patient Relations
Personal Narratives
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
ISBN
9781551528618
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca to obtain a username and password from the Library.
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Caring for lesbian health : a resource for health care providers, policy makers and planners

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog1345
Hudspith, Maria. [Victoria, BC?]: British Columbia. Ministry of Health and Ministry Responsible for Seniors , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA309 H886 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Hudspith, Maria
Corporate Author
British Columbia. Minister's Advisory Council on Women's Health
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
British Columbia. Ministry of Health and Ministry Responsible for Seniors
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Women's Health
British Columbia
Popular Work
ISBN
0772640262
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Library
Call Number
WA309 H886 1999

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Challenges experienced by registered nurses when working with oncology clients

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14763
Gauthier, Paul Andre. Edmonton, AB: University of Alberta , 2003.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WY161 G276 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Gauthier, Paul Andre
Place of Publication
Edmonton, AB
Publisher
University of Alberta
Publication Date
2003
Subjects
Oncology Nursing
Nursing Care
Interpersonal Relations
Nurse-Patient Relations
Nurse's Role
Stress, Psychological
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Thesis
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WY161 G276 2003

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Close to the bone : life threatening illness and the search for meaning

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog7467
Bolen, Jean Shinoda. New York, NY: Scribner | Simon & Schuster Inc. , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 B688 1996
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Bolen, Jean Shinoda
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Scribner
Simon & Schuster Inc.
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Stress, Psychological
Terminal Care - psychology
ISBN
0684822377
0684835304 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 B688 1996

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Coming out again : lesbians speaking out about cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20057
Ramsay, Rowan. Kingston, ON: Ramsay Media , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C733r 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Ramsay, Rowan
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
Kingston, ON
Publisher
Ramsay Media
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
25 minutes
Subjects
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Breast Neoplasms
Uterine Neoplasms
Women's Health
Social Support
Autobiography
Canada
Popular Work
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
Language
English
French
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C733r 2006

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Coming out of cancer : writings from the lesbian cancer epidemic

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog1060
Brownworth, Victoria A. Seattle, WA: Seal Press , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C733 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Corporate Author
Brownworth, Victoria A
Place of Publication
Seattle, WA
Publisher
Seal Press
Publication Date
2000
Subjects
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Neoplasms - psychology
Women's Health
Autobiography
Popular Work
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
ISBN
1550050441
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 C733 2000

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Comprehensive care of the transgender patient

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122477
Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Health Sciences , 2020.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; 1. Introduction to Transgender Medicine -- 2. Mental Health Care for the Adult Transgender Patient -- 3. Mental Health Care for the Child and Adolescent Transgender Patient -- 4. Disorders of Sex Development and Intersex Patients -- 5. Hormone Treatment for the Adult Transgender Patient …
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Editor
Ferrando, Cecile A.
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication Date
2020
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Sex Reassignment Procedures - methods
Sex Reassignment Surgery - methods
Transgender Persons
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Abstract
Contents:
1. Introduction to Transgender Medicine -- 2. Mental Health Care for the Adult Transgender Patient -- 3. Mental Health Care for the Child and Adolescent Transgender Patient -- 4. Disorders of Sex Development and Intersex Patients -- 5. Hormone Treatment for the Adult Transgender Patient -- 6. Hormone Treatment for the Adolescent Transgender Patient -- 7. Overview of Surgery for Transgender Patients -- 8. Facial Surgery for Transgender Patients -- 9. Breast and Chest Surgery for Transgender Patients -- 10. Genital Confirmation Surgery for Patients Assigned Male at Birth -- 11. Genital Confirmation Surgery for Patients Assigned Female at Birth -- 12. Primary and Preventative Care for Transgender Patients -- 13. Gynecologic Care for Transgender Patients -- 14. Hysterectomy for the Transgender Man
ISBN
0323496423
9780323496421
9780323512268
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
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Couples confronting cancer : keeping your relationship strong

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18642
American Cancer Society. Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C857f 2003
Availability
7 copies, 6 available
Cancer?s impact on the couple : an overview; The caregiver?s role; Evaluating your relationship; What it takes to create a good relationship; Emotions, relationships, and cancer; Couples in conflict; Lifestyle factors; Improving communication; Creating emotional intimacy; Strengthening physical int…
Corporate Author
American Cancer Society
Editor
Fincannon, Joy L
Bruss, Katherine V
Place of Publication
Atlanta, GA
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
xvii, 266 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Caregivers - psychology
Marriage - psychology
Sexual Behavior
Sexual Partners
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
Cancer?s impact on the couple : an overview
The caregiver?s role
Evaluating your relationship
What it takes to create a good relationship
Emotions, relationships, and cancer
Couples in conflict
Lifestyle factors
Improving communication
Creating emotional intimacy
Strengthening physical intimacy
Solutions for specific problems
Support services
Couples? corner
Workbook for couples : resource guide.
ISBN
9780944235256
0944235255
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C857f 2003

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Dance with cancer : 5 gay men confront prostate cancer

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Akenhead, Gary. Barrie, ON: Mahon Productions , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WJ752 D173 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This film explores the personal stories and real life experiences of several Canadian gay men who are dealing with prostate cancer. Some of them live in cities; others live in small towns and rural areas.
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Alternate Title
Dance with cancer : five gay men confront prostate cancer
Author
Akenhead, Gary
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
Barrie, ON
Publisher
Mahon Productions
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
46 minutes
Subjects
Prostatic Neoplasms - psychology
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Social Support
Autobiography
Canada
Popular Work
Abstract
This film explores the personal stories and real life experiences of several Canadian gay men who are dealing with prostate cancer. Some of them live in cities; others live in small towns and rural areas.
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WJ752 D173 2009
Website Notes
Videos (5) may be viewed at the Canadian Cancer Society channel
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Fast facts about LGBTQ+ care for nurses

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124543
Traister, Tyler. New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company, LLC , 2022.
Audience
Professional
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Fast facts about LGBTQ+ care for nurses : how to deliver culturally competent and inclusive care
Author
Traister, Tyler
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Springer Publishing Company, LLC
Publication Date
2022
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Fast facts series
Subjects
Nursing Care - methods
Culturally Competent Care - methods
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Education, Nursing
Social Stigma
ISBN
9780826161512
9780826161567
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This title is licensed for one user at a time on BC Cancer network computer. If you are denied access while on a network computer, try again later.
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Feeling wrong in your own body : understanding what it means to be transgender

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Seba, Jaime A. Broomall, PA: Mason Crest Publishers , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA300 S443 2011
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"Boys who play with Barbie dolls. Girls who join the football team. What is gender? What are gender roles? What's the difference between being a tomboy and being transgender? Is it possible to be in the wrong body? Explore the answers to these questions with an in-depth look at what it means to be …
Author
Seba, Jaime A.
Place of Publication
Broomall, PA
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
34 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
Gallup's guide to modern gay, lesbian, & transgender lifestyle
Subjects
Transgender Persons
Gender Identity
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Adolescent
Popular Work
Abstract
"Boys who play with Barbie dolls. Girls who join the football team. What is gender? What are gender roles? What's the difference between being a tomboy and being transgender? Is it possible to be in the wrong body? Explore the answers to these questions with an in-depth look at what it means to be transgender, based on the personal experiences of the men and women who have taken steps to transition." -- Cover
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
ISBN
9781422217467
9781422218662
9781422217580
9781422218631
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA300 S443 2011

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Freedom from health anxiety : understand and overcome obsessive worry about your health or someone else's and find peace of mind

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125265
Cassiday, Karen Lynn. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 C345 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Cassiday, Karen Lynn
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
ix, 184 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Anxiety
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress, Psychological
Mental Health
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781684039043
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Status
Processing
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 C345 2022

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Gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer : from diagnosis to recovery

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121056
New York, NY: Harrington Park Press , 2018.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WJ762 G285 2018
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
  1 read online  
Editor
Ussher, Jane M.
Perz, Janette
Rosser, B.R. Simon
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harrington Park Press
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
x, 353 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Prostatic Neoplasms - psychology
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Long Term Adverse Effects
Attitude of Health Personnel
Cancer Survivors - psychology
Notes
SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection
ISBN
9781939594259
9781939594266
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Internet
Call Number
WJ762 G285 2018
Website Notes
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