The following are some educational videos on various types of cancer, their psychological impact, and the suggested interventions.
In this video (linked here), Ms. Rhea Daruvala focuses on the management of sleep problems and eating difficulties faced by children with cancer and the anxiety faced by them while getting the medical treatment, which is termed “procedural anxiety.” The importance of collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and ongoing support in addressing these challenges is emphasized.
In this video, Dr V. Surendran discusses the psychological impact of colorectal cancer. This impact, including distress, anxiety, depression, and social concerns, is highlighted. He proposes various interventions and techniques to deal with these issues.
In this video by Ms. Bincy Mathew, she explores the concept of Fear of Cancer Recurrence (FCR), a common issue faced by cancer survivors. She explores the prevalence, impact, risk factors, and triggers of FCR, discussing therapeutic approaches, management challenges, eHealth interventions, and the role of the ‘Forwards’ group.
This video by Dr Arnab Mukherjee delves into the genetic risk of cancer, touching on psychological aspects of hereditary cancers and the significance of genetic testing and counselling. He also discusses the psychological impact on such families along with the need for insurance coverage, awareness campaigns, psychological support, and grief counselling.
This video talks about a collaborative research project led Dr Soumitra S. Datta on adult attachment and its impact on help-seeking behaviour amongst ovarian cancer patients. The study reveals a link between attachment anxiety, joint family status, and treatment delay, emphasizing the need for considering social context in offering cancer care.
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