Module | Topics covered | Worksheet/Activities |
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Starting treatment | Working with your medical team, treatment planning | Assertive communication, Decision making |
Physical symptoms | Coping with side effects including fatigue, pain, insomnia | Activity pacing, Relaxation exercises |
Emotional distress | The emotional rollercoaster, including depression anxiety, anger and stress | Cognitive restructuring, Mindfulness exercises, Therapeutic writing |
Identity | Concerns regarding body image, loss or changes in perceived identity, intimacy and sexuality | Psychosexual worksheets, Therapeutic writing |
Family & Friends | The range of support concerns that arise, including identifying support people, impact on children and partners | Assertive communication, Needs assessment |
Completing treatment | Commencing preventative health behaviours, follow-up care planning | Self-management, Goal setting |
Booster | Summary of key themes from previous 6 topics. Links back to key webpages. | Links back to key worksheets (goal setting, cognitive restructuring, relaxation, communication). |