NC Community College Lecture: Understanding the Psychosocial Needs of Patients Experiencing Cancer

Presenter

Justin M. Yopp, PhD
Assistant Professor
Psychiatry and Psychology
Comprehensive Cancer Support Program
Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Lecture Objectives

• 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.

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Lecture Resources

• Flyer
• Presentation Handout (Coming Soon)
• Live Link (Coming Soon)