Minding the Body Workbook.

Intro -- Contents -- Overview -- Module 1: Stress and Coping -- Session 1 Medical Illness and Stress -- Session 2 Stress, Thinking, and Appraisals -- Session 3 Coping with Stress: Problem-Focused and Emotion-Focused Strategies -- Module 2: Mood Management -- Session 4 Illness and Mood: Depression -- Session 5 Illness and Mood: Anxiety -- Session 6 Illness and Mood: Anger -- Module 3: Social Supports -- Session 7 Social Support Network -- Session 8 Communication and Conflict Resolution -- Module 4: Quality of Life -- Session 9 Management of Medical Symptoms -- Session 10 Quality of Life: Setting Goals and Looking Forward -- Session 11 Resilience, Transcendence, and Spirituality -- Appendix: Recommended Readings and Other Resources.

Having a serious illness can be incredibly difficult, especially when there is no cure. As your disease progresses, not only your physical health, but your entire well-being may be affected. Unfortunately, most of your medical care may only treat your body. However, there are things that you and your health care team can do to help you feel better as a whole person.This collaborative, skill-based program will teach you practical techniques to help you cope with your illness and the stress of everyday life. You will learn strategies to improve your mood and deal with feelings of anxiety, depression, or anger. Social support is key to successful coping and you may need to strengthen your relationships, especially with caregivers. It is also important to work with your medical team and develop more effective ways to manage your symptoms. You will set goals regarding your care as well as your quality of life. In addition, you may choose to explore your spirituality and practice tools that promote personal growth.

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