By Stacy Collins, MSW The Changing Landscape of Cancer Treatment Treating Cancer With Pills What Is Adherence? Why Is Adherence to Cancer Medication So Important? The Challenge of Adherence Ways to Incorporate Medication-Taking Into a Busy Life Special Considerations...
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PTSD and Brain Injury in Iraq War Veterans
One in six of the veterans displayed symptoms of PTSD, major depression, or anxiety; 12 percent had symptoms of PTSD alone.
Adolescent Cancer Survivors and Substance Abuse Risk
By Barbara Jones, PhD, Jessica Parker-Raley, MA, and Elizabeth C. Pomeroy, PhD, LCSW Introduction Adolescent Cancer Survivors Face Physical and Psychological Challenges Adolescent Cancer Suvivors and Substance Use Research Findings Implications for Social...
Diabetes in Older Adults Q&A
By Vaughn DeCoster, PhD, LCSW, and Holly Dabelko-Schoeny, PhD, MSW Living with Diabetes Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Without adequate insulin, the body is unable to use food for energy. There are three major types...
Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
By Lynette Ballard, MSW, LCSW, Sara Klaas, MSW, C-ASWCM, and Bernie Quell, MS, CRC, LPC Introduction SCI and Sexuality Dealing With the Diagnosis What Social Workers Do to Help Family Implications Resources for Persons with SCI Phases of Adjustment Journals Support...
How to Promote Positive Body Image in Your Family
To promote positive body image in your family, have zero tolerance for body and weight-based teasing in your home.
Making Difficult Decisions in the Intensive Care Unit
By Andrew J. McCormick, MSW, PhD Introduction How to Approach Making Decisions in the Intensive Care Unit Get Good Information Some Things That Can Make Decisions More Difficult Some Things That Help Make Decisions Easier How Can a Social Worker Help? Conclusion...
Multiple Sclerosis and Effective Communication With Your Doctor
By Jane Elson, ACSW, LCSW Question: I find it an overwhelming experience going to the doctor. I have so many questions and sometimes feel confused by the office atmosphere. Very often, the doctor is in a rush and when I leave the office not all of my questions...
Stress and Multiple Sclerosis
By Jane Elson, ACSW, LCSW Question: I've heard that stress is can make MS worse. I have so much stress in my day to day life that just can't be avoided. What should I do? Answer: Although there is no scientific evidence stating that stress makes MS worse, it is...
Multiple Sclerosis and Sex
By Jane Elson, ACSW, LCSW Question: My sex life has clearly changed since I have Multiple Sclerosis. I'm embarrassed to talk about this with anyone including my partner. Any suggestions? Answer: Approximately half of all men and women with Multiple Sclerosis...
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