Pediatric Psycho-Oncology: A Quick Reference on the Psychosocial Dimensions of Cancer Symptom Management

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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. Series Pediatric Psycho-Oncology A Quick Reference on the Psychosocial Dimensions of Cancer Symptom Management Copyright Dedication Contents Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Contributors Introduction 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 II Hereditary Cancers 7 Hereditary Cancer Syndromes 8 Genetic Counseling for Hereditary Cancer in Childhood 9 Psychosocial Aspects of Pediatric Hereditary Cancer Syndromes III Specific Symptom Management 10 Nausea, Vomiting, Anorexia, and Fatigue 11 Pain 12 Anxiety and Depression 13 Fertility and Sexuality 14 Psychiatric Emergencies 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 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 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 Health Care 33 Pediatric Cancer Survivors: Moving Beyond Cure Appendix: Health-related Quality of Life in Pediatric Oncology Index