The Big Ordeal

Understanding and Managing the Psychological Turmoil of Cancer

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Pub Date 23 Feb 2021 | Archive Date 01 Sep 2021
Greenleaf Book Group | River Grove Books

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Description

Coping with cancer is hard.

It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when dealing with the stress, anxiety, depression, and existential crises so typical with a cancer diagnosis. The Big Ordeal, written in collaboration with a psychologist and two oncologists, tackles the emotional side of the experience head-on, to help newly diagnosed patients and their loved ones anticipate, understand, and deal with the psychological turmoil ahead. Based on interviews with scores of patients and experts across a variety of fields, combining patient stories with medical insights and advice from those who have been there, and structured around the typical phases of the process, this book is an accessible resource for anyone who receive a cancer diagnosis.

Coping with cancer is hard.

It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when...


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This book includes stories of survivors and scientific facts about what cancer can do to our bodies. It is obvious the amount of work and dedication Cynthia Hayes has put into this book, for both the patients and caregivers. As a healthcare worker working closely with cancer patients, I find this book extremely handy. Not only have I learnt to better understand the actual possible thoughts going through the patients' minds, I have also been able to brush up on my scientific knowledge. I really enjoyed this journey! The only drawback is that it does get a little draggy when it comes to the science-y parts.

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