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Caregiving
by Peter S. Houts, American Cancer Society; Julia A. Bucher
From the Publisher
Thanks to advances in medical science, people with chronic illnesses like
cancer are living longer than ever before. Most often the responsibility for
caregiving is placed with loved ones.
This helpful guide responds to the changing needs and challenges you
face and offers support though the myriad situations you may encounter,
from physical and emotional conditions, to dealing with health care
providers and insurance carriers, to taking care of your own needs along
with those of the person with cancer.
This revised edition is an indispensable resource that will help you
manage the everyday challenges that come with caring for a loved one in
the home. Includes a list of resources for caregivers.
by Peter S. Houts, American Cancer Society; Julia A. Bucher
From the Publisher
Thanks to advances in medical science, people with chronic illnesses like
cancer are living longer than ever before. Most often the responsibility for
caregiving is placed with loved ones.
This helpful guide responds to the changing needs and challenges you
face and offers support though the myriad situations you may encounter,
from physical and emotional conditions, to dealing with health care
providers and insurance carriers, to taking care of your own needs along
with those of the person with cancer.
This revised edition is an indispensable resource that will help you
manage the everyday challenges that come with caring for a loved one in
the home. Includes a list of resources for caregivers.
Breast Cancer: Daughters Tell Their Stories
by Julianne S. Oktay
From the Publisher
Breast Cancer: Daughters Tell Their Stories presents the results of a
qualitative, grounded theory study of breast cancer survivors, providing in-
depth information about an aspect of breast cancer that has been
previously overlooked. The book examines the daughters’ experiences
through four phases: the period prior to mother’s illness, the period during
mother’s illness and treatment, the period following mother’s death (if
mother dies), and the long-term impact. From this study, recommendations
are compiled for providing or improving services for tomorrow’s daughters.
by Julianne S. Oktay
From the Publisher
Breast Cancer: Daughters Tell Their Stories presents the results of a
qualitative, grounded theory study of breast cancer survivors, providing in-
depth information about an aspect of breast cancer that has been
previously overlooked. The book examines the daughters’ experiences
through four phases: the period prior to mother’s illness, the period during
mother’s illness and treatment, the period following mother’s death (if
mother dies), and the long-term impact. From this study, recommendations
are compiled for providing or improving services for tomorrow’s daughters.
My Mother's Breast: Daughters Face Their Mothers' Cancer
by Laurie Tarkan
From the Publisher
The book focuses on the unique psychological needs of women who must
deal with the pain and devastation of their mothers' illness while repressing
fears for their own health. Tarkan profiles a wide range of women who have
witnessed the effects of breast cancer and relates how they dealt with the
fear, anger, guilt, feelings of sexuality and grief. By sharing these stories of
strength and courage, this book provides long-overdue support for the loved
ones of breast cancer patients.
The book also includes information on preventive measures women can
take, how they can determine their own risk levels and how they can deal
with the anxiety of their own possible diagnosis. It also supplies strategies
from leading psychologists and psychiatrists for coping and resources for
people faced with the repercussions of the illness.
by Laurie Tarkan
From the Publisher
The book focuses on the unique psychological needs of women who must
deal with the pain and devastation of their mothers' illness while repressing
fears for their own health. Tarkan profiles a wide range of women who have
witnessed the effects of breast cancer and relates how they dealt with the
fear, anger, guilt, feelings of sexuality and grief. By sharing these stories of
strength and courage, this book provides long-overdue support for the loved
ones of breast cancer patients.
The book also includes information on preventive measures women can
take, how they can determine their own risk levels and how they can deal
with the anxiety of their own possible diagnosis. It also supplies strategies
from leading psychologists and psychiatrists for coping and resources for
people faced with the repercussions of the illness.
