• By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Jan 30, 2019

    Along the Caregiving Journey

    In our first interview for our 2019 caregiving series, Real World Health Care spoke with Susan Reinhard, RN, PhD, FAAN, senior vice president and director of AARP’s Public Policy Institute and chief strategist, Center to Champion Nursing in America. We talked with Dr. Reinhard about the many challenges facing people…more.

    Categories: Caregiving, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Nov 7, 2018

    What Comes Next: How to Find the Right Therapist

    For the past several months, Real World Health Care has focused on the behavioral health issues that can impact people living with cancer, their caregivers and their loved ones. We’ve brought you insights from therapists, social workers and mental health professionals, and we’ve highlighted the numerous resources available from a…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Sep 26, 2018

    “Triaging” Cancer and Behavioral Health Concerns

    This week, Real World Health Care shines a spotlight on Triage Cancer, a national, non-profit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials and resources.  We spoke with Joanna L. Morales, Esq., CEO of Triage…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Sep 12, 2018

    Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Teens and Young Adults with Cancer

    This week, Real World Health Care focuses on the special behavioral health issues that can impact teens and young adults with cancer. We are delighted to share information on this topic from the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, and to feature insights from Tammy A. Schuler, PhD, a Licensed…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Aug 15, 2018

    Childhood Cancer: Financial Distress Hits Families Hard

    This week, Real World Health Care focuses on emotional stress associated with childhood cancer. We hear from Jessica Cook, MSW, Patient & Family Services Coordinator for the National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS), about the services NCCS offers to help patients’ families cope with the disease’s devastating financial toll. Supporting Families…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Aug 1, 2018

    Biopsychosocial Care Vital to Well-Being of Cancer Patients

    This week, Real World Health Care brings you an interview with Jon Levenson, M.D., Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical Center, and member of the American Psychiatric Association’s Council on Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry. Dr. Levenson spoke about some of the challenges facing psychiatrists and integrated health teams when caring…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Jul 18, 2018

    Community Cancer Practices Tackle Behavioral Health Concerns

    This week, Real World Health Care brings you an interview with Robert “Bo” Gamble, director of strategic practice initiatives, Community Oncology Alliance (COA). COA is the only organization dedicated solely to community oncology, where the majority of Americans with cancer are treated. We discussed the importance of allowing cancer patients…more.

  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Jun 18, 2018

    Oncology Social Workers Play Important Role in Cancer Care

    Real World Health Care is delighted to shine a spotlight on the Association of Oncology Social Workers (AOSW) and its Patient Centered Research Collaborative for Psychosocial Oncology (PCRC). We spoke with the PCRC’s Project Lead, Bradley Zebrack, PhD, MSW, MPH, FAPOS. Dr. Zebrack is Professor at the University of Michigan…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  May 30, 2018

    Psychosocial Care for Children with Cancer

    This week, Real World Health Care brings you an interview with Lori Wiener, PhD, DCSW, LCSW-C, Co-Director, Behavioral Health Core and Director, Psychosocial Support and Research Program, Pediatric Oncology Branch, Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute. We asked Dr. Wiener to talk about psychosocial problems facing children with cancer…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  May 16, 2018

    Caregiver Conundrum: Supporting the Psychosocial Needs of the Cancer Support System

    This week, Real World Health Care is delighted to highlight the American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS). We spoke with APOS President-Elect Vicki Kennedy, LCSW, executive director of Oncology Strategy & Patient Engagement at Cullari Communications Global. Ms. Kennedy shared insights on how APOS is addressing the psychosocial needs of cancer…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health, General
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