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An Introduction to Psycho-Oncology - Patrice Guex

An Introduction to Psycho-Oncology

By: Patrice Guex, Heather Goodare (Translator)

Paperback | 9 December 1993 | Edition Number 1

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Cancer is extremely common and in many situations a truly frightening disease, but for too long the psychological aspects and effects have been ignored. Patrice Geux has reviewed current thinking on the subject of the possible psychosomatic aetiology of cancer, on the emotional or psychological reactions that it provokes and on the medical treatment available to deal with it. Illustrated with eleven case histories, An Introduction to Psycho-Oncology deals in a clear and simple manner with the reactions of cancer patients to their illness, and the ways in which they can be helped in the hospital setting, while having regard for their human dignity. In the context of a multidisciplinary approach that takes account of medical treatments as well as psychological interventions, the author offers suggestions for better ways of communicating so as to provide a therapeutic partnership between carer and client. Every aspect of cancer care, including pain relief, psycho-pharmology and complementary medicine is considered paying special attention to the needs of terminal patients and their carers.
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"An excellent and up-to-date primer . . . clearly translated, easy to read and studded with useful examples from Professor Guex's personal experience, I would commend it to all those who deal with cancer patients, whatever their background . . .." -Karol Sikora ." . . this book provides a holistic review of psycho-oncology. It will prove very useful for those coming into contact with cancer patients." -"Nursing Times

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