Full Description
Pediatric Psycho-Oncology is a comprehensive handbook that provides best practice models for the management of psychological, cognitive, and social outcomes of adolescents living with cancer and their families. Chapters cover a wide range of topics including psychological aspects of particular pediatric cancers and their treatments, how to talk to a child and family at critical times during the disease course, genetic testing, individual, family, educational, psychological and psychiatric interventions, and caring for international patients . Each chapter highlights the necessity of embracing an interdisciplinary approach to ensure that each child has the best options for living with cancer and, when cure is not possible, that death occurs with as much dignity as possible for the child and family. An extensive resource section is appended to provide information on written, online, video, community, national and international services and programs. This book features contributions from experts designed to help clinicians review, anticipate and respond to emotional issues that often arise in the context of treating pediatric cancer patients. Numerous cross-references and succinct tables and figures make this concise reference easy to use. Pediatric Psycho-Oncology is an ideal resource for helping pediatric oncologists and nurses recognize when it may be best to refer patients to their mental health colleagues and for those who are establishing pediatric oncology services or adding psychosocial components to existing clinics.
Contents
Section I. Cancers of Childhood ; 1. Leukemias and Lymphomas ; 2. Neuroblastoma ; 3. Wilms Tumor ; 4. Retinoblastoma ; 5. Sarcomas and other Solid Tumors ; 6. Tumors of the Central Nervous System ; Section II. Hereditary Cancers ; 7. Hereditary Cancer Syndromes ; 8. Genetic Counseling for Hereditary Cancer in Childhood ; 9. Psychosocial Aspects of Pediatric Hereditary Cancer Syndromes ; Section III. Specific Symptom Management ; 10. Nausea, Vomiting, Anorexia and Fatigue ; 11. Pain ; 12. Anxiety and Depression ; 13. Fertility and Sexuality ; 14. Psychiatric Emergencies ; Section IV. Treatment Issues and Interventions ; 15. Medical Aspects of Transplantation ; 16. Psychosocial Issues for Transplant Patients and Donors ; 17. Medication Adherence ; 18. Cognitive Sequelae of Cancer Treatment ; 19. Psychotherapeutic Interventions ; 20. Electronic Interventions ; 21. Integrative Oncology ; Section V. Communication and Supportive Care Considerations ; 22. Talking to Children and Adolescents about Cancer ; 23. Coping with Pediatric Cancer ; 24. Impact of Cancer on Family and Siblings ; 25. Special Considerations in Working with Families ; 26. Spiritual and Religious Considerations ; 27. School and Peer Relationships ; 28. School and Academic Planning ; Section VI. Special Issues in Pediatric Oncology ; 29. Ethical Issues in Pediatric Oncology ; 30. Integrating Palliative Care ; 31. Caring for International Patients ; 32. Social Media and Healthcare ; 33. Pediatric Cancer Survivors: Moving Beyond Cure ; Appendix: Health-related Quality of Life in Pediatric Oncology
