Communication in Cancer Care

This practical and concise publication explains how busy health professionals can integrate emotional support into the services offered to people with cancer. Helps health professionals to develop the communication skills needed to understand and assist those affected by cancer. Discusses the social and psychological problems faced by people with cancer. Gives detailed information about the qualities and skills needed to act as a helper. Provides practical tips on how to learn the skills discussed.

1. Cancer and Its Management. 2. The Social and Emotional Effects of Cancer. 3. The Individual Reality of Cancer. 4. Coping with Cancer. 5. The Helping Process. 6. Using Counselling Skills to Clarify Problems. 7. Problem Solving. 8. Professional Issues for Those Using Counselling Skills.