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Course

An Honest Look at Depression and Cancer

Self-paced
1 credit

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Description

This training delves into the emotional and psychological impacts of cancer and its treatment, particularly focusing on depression. It addresses the symptoms of depression, the emotional toll of treatment side effects like fatigue and brain fog, and the feelings of invisibility and isolation that patients often experience.

Target Audience

This training video will be helpful to oncology healthcare providers, mental health practitioners, caregivers, and individuals seeking to better understand and support the emotional well-being of cancer patients.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Identify common symptoms of depression in cancer patients.
  2. Understand the emotional effects of cancer treatments, including fatigue and brain fog.
  3. Recognize the feelings of invisibility and isolation experienced by cancer patients.
  4. Validate and support the emotional experiences of cancer patients, addressing both short-term and long-term challenges.

 

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