SPOTLIGHT -
Psychosocial
From Existential Crisis to Existential Growth After Cancer
I used my tools as a psychotherapist after being faced with my own cancer diagnosis.
Cancer And The Dance With Death
In one of my favorite movies featuring Brad Pitt, the actor plays the role of Death, who comes to earth in human form.
CURE’s Audience Discusses Cancer Awareness Months
We asked our audience of patients, survivors and caregivers to those with cancer about their feelings on cancer awareness months. Here's what they had to say.
‘Incredible’ Impact of Integrative Medicine for Patients with Cancer at City of Hope
“Integrative therapies can be utilized at any point along the cancer spectrum from diagnosis, throughout treatment and into survivorship,” an expert said.
Mind-Body Therapies for Anxiety, Depression a Critical Part of Comprehensive Cancer Care
The recent publication of a guideline recommending mindfulness-based interventions highlight how important it is as a tactic to address symptoms of anxiety and depression in patients with cancer.
My Lesson on Happiness in Spite of Cancer
Constantly replaying scary cancer situations or drowning in anxiety isn’t only depressing it wastes valuable energy that could be used for healing.
Psychological Distress in Patients with Cancer Leads to Slower Time Until Treatment
In patients with cancer, psychological distresses such as anxiety and depression are associated with slower time from receiving a diagnosis until the first session of treatment.
Social Connectedness May Improve Wellbeing in Young Cancer Survivors
Social isolation has become prominent among young cancer survivors, though social connectedness may be beneficial to wellbeing, a recent study showed.
A New Approach to Chemo Support
When my daughter was going through cancer, I realized that connecting with one her peers going through a similar experience was incredibly helpful.
Genetic Testing During Fertility Preservation Helps Patients ‘Stay in Control’ of Health
Patients with inherited cancer genes who are undergoing fertility preservation before treatment may be able to learn if their embryos have the mutation as well.