An Introduction to Psycho-Oncology [Hardcover]

Patrice Guex (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 22, 1993 | ISBN-10: 041506435X | ISBN-13: 978-0415064354 | Edition: English Revised ed

Cancer is extremely common and in many situations a truly frightening disease, but for too long the psychological aspects and effects have been ignored. 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 context of a multidisciplinary approach that takes account of medical treatments as well as psychological interventions, Guex offers suggestions for better ways of communicating so as to provide a therapeutic partnership between carer and client.

Editorial Reviews

Review

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 --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Language Notes

Text: English
Original Language: French

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; English Revised ed edition (December 22, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 041506435X
• ISBN-13: 978-0415064354
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,613,212 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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