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Chapter 2 - Illness Stages

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 September 2022

Leonor Rodriguez
Leonor Rodriguez
Affiliation:
UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre, National University of Ireland, Galway
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This chapter describes cancer from a chronological perspective to increase understanding, even if cancer does not necessarily follow a ´predictable´ course. The cancer stages: diagnosis, treatment and recovery have characteristics of their own and different reactions expected from children and young people along these stages. Early intervention with children and families can prevent long term sequels. More knowledge and rigorous research is needed to understand the impact of cancer over time and how to support children and families which experience fear of recurrence.

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Parenting through Cancer
An Evidence-Based Guide for Healthcare Professionals Supporting Families
 , pp. 27 - 32
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2022

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  • Illness Stages
  • Leonor Rodriguez
  • Book: Parenting through Cancer
  • Online publication: 15 September 2022
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009000987.004
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  • Illness Stages
  • Leonor Rodriguez
  • Book: Parenting through Cancer
  • Online publication: 15 September 2022
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009000987.004
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  • Illness Stages
  • Leonor Rodriguez
  • Book: Parenting through Cancer
  • Online publication: 15 September 2022
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009000987.004
Available formats
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