CBT for Psychological Well Being in Cancer A Skills Training Manual Integrating DBT ACT Behavioral Activation and Motivational Interviewing 1st Edition by Mark Carlson ISBN 1119161431 9781119161431

Chapter 1: Introduction to CBT for Psychological Well-Being in Cancer: Orientation to the Manual

• Overview of CBT and its relevance to cancer care
• Explanation of the structure and usage of the manual

Chapter 2: Cancer Statistics and the Scope of the Topic

• Health Care Costs: The financial impact of cancer on individuals and the healthcare system.
• Cancer and Functioning: How cancer affects physical and mental functioning in patients.
• Cancer and Suicide: Exploration of the risk of suicide among cancer patients and contributing factors.
• Medical Interventions:
  • Pharmacotherapy: Medication options for managing cancer symptoms and related psychological conditions.
  • Physical Therapy: Role of physical therapy in cancer recovery and well-being.
  • Palliative Care: Focus on end-of-life care and symptom management.
  • Integrated Behavioral Health: Incorporating psychological support into cancer treatment.
  • Clinical Implications of Integrated Behavioral Health: How integrated behavioral health impacts cancer treatment outcomes.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: The role of CBT in improving psychological well-being for cancer patients.
• Scope of the Book: Overview of the topics covered in the book and its objectives.

Chapter 3: Introduction to the TAG Concept for Group and/or Individual Therapy

• The TAG Concept for Cancer and Psychological Well-Being: Explanation of the TAG (Therapeutic, Adaptive, and Group-oriented) concept as applied to cancer care.
• The Biopsychosocial Model: An overview of the biopsychosocial model and its application in cancer treatment.
• Developing a Program through the TAG Concept: How to structure and implement a program using the TAG framework for therapy.
• Group/Session Structure: Design and organization of group or individual therapy sessions.
• Curriculum Overview: A high-level view of the therapeutic curriculum to be followed.
• Goals of the Program: Objectives for improving psychological well-being through CBT.
• Suggested Program/Treatment Outcome Measures: Recommended methods for assessing the effectiveness of the CBT program.

Chapter 4: Clinical Manual

• General Curriculum: Outline of the core content covered in the program for cancer patients.

  • Topics might include emotional coping strategies, stress management, and behavioral techniques.

• Biological Curriculum: Focusing on the biological aspects of cancer and psychological well-being.

  • Address the physical effects of cancer and related treatments, like chemotherapy or radiation.

• Psychological Curriculum: Focusing on the psychological impact of cancer.

  • Topics may include dealing with fear, anxiety, depression, and grief related to cancer.

• Social Curriculum: Social aspects of living with cancer and interacting with family, friends, and the healthcare system.

  • Focus on social support, family dynamics, and communication.