Diagnosing Depression and Anxiety in Cancer Patients (3HR)
Diagnosing Depression and Anxiety in Cancer Patients (3HR)
Cancer treatment can impact the mental health of patients and family members to such a degree, it is imperative to separate what are “normal” reactions to the abnormal situation and what are more serious mental health concerns. Throughout the training, participants will increase knowledge regarding the impact of depression and anxiety in cancer patients, feel more confident discussing sensitive topics, as well as understand steps to ensure their own mental well-being.
Objectives:
Identify risk factors and symptoms of depression and/or anxiety in cancer patients.
Describe challenges for diagnosing and treating depression and/or anxiety in cancer patients.
Distinguish common periods of crisis during the cancer experience and develop ways to effectively communicate.
Express measures that help prevent compassion fatigue to remain healthy to continue providing services to patients and families.
