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Book
| Cancer Positive: The Role of the Mind in Tackling Cancers |
| Author
| James Colthurst, Patrick Scrivenor |
| Publisher
| Michael O'Mara Books Ltd |
| Description
| Written by a doctor who argues that by addressing the emotional needs of patients, their physical condition can improve. He used psychological exercises and mental disciplines, as well as more conventional treatment to improve the physical as well as the mental well-being of patients. |
| ISBN
| 1-854798-60-X |
| Date
| 2003 |
| Complete Guide to Complementary and Alternative Cancer Methods |
| Author
| Terri Ades |
| Publisher
| American Cancer Society |
| Description
| A guide to information about complementary and alternative methods most commonly available to people with cancer. Covers a broad range of topics, such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, mind/body/spirit, diet and nutrition, physical touch, and biological methods. |
| ISBN
| 0-944235-71-9 |
| Date
| 2007 |
| Eating Well, Staying Well: During and After Cancer |
| Author
| A. Bloch et al. |
| Publisher
| American Cancer Society |
| Description
| An American book, but most information is relevant to the UK. Covers issues such as maintaining body weight, hydration, fatigue, and immunity. Plus eating or digestion issues (swallowing, nausea, mouth sores etc) and how to eat well after treatment. |
| ISBN
| 0-944235-51-4 |
| Date
| 2006 |
| Life Choices, Life Changes: Develop Your Personal Vision for the Life You Want |
| Author
| Dina Glouberman |
| Publisher
| Hodder & Stoughton |
| Description
| A discussion about using imagery and visualisation to develop and improve your life, confidence and situation. |
| ISBN
| 0-340826-770 |
| Date
| 2004 |
Booklets and factsheets
| Complementary Healthcare: A Guide for Patients |
| Author
| Prince of Wales’s Foundation for Integrated Health |
| Description
| This booklet provides information to help people decide about complementary therapies. Covers several practical aspects such as the process of choosing a therapy, and how to find a well qualified and registered therapist. |
| Date
| 2006 |
| Obtain from
| Available free of charge by downloading from the publications section of their website: www.fih.org.uk |
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