PSMX428 Psycho-oncology

Note: This information is for 2013, and may have been updated since the Guide to Enrolment was printed.

Prescription

An introduction to psychological issues, processes, and treatment models relevant to cancer settings.

Limited to: MHealSc, MHealSc(Endorsed), PGDipHealSc, PGDipHealSc(End), PGCertHealSc(End)

Convenor

Assoc Prof Lois Surgenor

Eligibility

This paper is designed primarily for clinicians working in the areas of oncology, haematology, and palliative care, although health professionals working in the general hospital setting would also find it very relevant.

Content

The course content is arranged around the following themes. Upon completion of this paper, students will:

• Have a knowledge and understanding of the key theories of, and processes involved in, the psychological adaptation to cancer
• Have a working knowledge of the types of psychological / psychiatric disturbances presenting in people with cancer, and the psychological issues for those working in psycho-oncology
• Have a comprehensive introduction to the common psychological interventions and therapies relevant to haematology / oncology settings
• Be knowledgeable about key themes in psycho-oncology research

Teaching Arrangements

Four two-day block courses in Christchurch. Attendance at block days is compulsory.

For details lois.surgenor@otago.ac.nz

Texts

A variety of general texts and journals relevant to the course are located in the Canterbury Medical Library. Where possible, required readings will be supplied directly to the class.

Assessment

Further Information

Assoc Prof Lois Surgenor
Department of Psychological Medicine
University of Otago, Christchurch
PO Box 4345
Christchurch
Tel 64 3 372 0400
Fax 64 3 372 0407
Email lois.surgenor@otago.ac.nz