Originally presented September 25, 2017 as part of the UNC Cancer Network North Carolina Community College Lecture Series.
Presenter
Justin Yopp, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Psychiatry
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
UNC School of Medicine
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Understanding the Psychosocial Needs of Patients Experiencing Cancer
This lecture will discuss the psychosocial needs of patients experiencing cancer. It will also provide information about resources that are available to family members during the cancer journey.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the spectrum of psychosocial needs for individuals experiencing cancer during diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship or end-of-life care.
- Define the role that mental health professionals play in meeting the psychosocial needs of cancer patients.
- Discuss professional services that are available to patients and their families during a cancer experience.
- Discuss the importance of collaboration and teamwork in meeting the psychosocial needs of cancer patients.
Resources
Credits Offered
- General Participation
Requirements
To receive a certificate of completion for this course, you must:
- Watch a lecture video recording.
- Complete the lecture post test and obtain a passing score of 75% or higher.
- Complete the course evaluation.
- Select the certificate of participation.
Estimated course completion time: 1 hour