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2) The breast cancer book of strength and courage: inspiring stories to see you through your journey
Publisher
Prima Pub
Pub. Date
c2002
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Lotus Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
What would you say to having a different view of cancer, that notorious word that has scared - and continues to scare - millions of people every year throughout the world? Why not consider this illness, even with all its devastating effects, as a friend rather than an enemy that one must struggle against? The way you perceive this word is entirely your responsibility. This book seeks to present a perception that is new and different from anything...
4) Cancer combat: cancer survivors share their guerrilla tactics to help you win the fight of your life
Publisher
Bantam Books
Pub. Date
©1998
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Celestial Arts
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
When we hear that someone close to us has been diagnosed with cancer, we want nothing more than to comfort them with words of hope, support, and love. But sometimes we don't know what to say or do and don't feel comfortable asking. With sensitive insights and thoughtful anecdotes, Help Me Live provides a personal yet thoroughly researched account of words and actions that are most helpful.
Author
Publisher
The Guilford Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"A cancer diagnosis can lead to what feel like impossible questions: How can a person face the fear, sadness, and anger without being paralyzed by them? Is it possible to hold on to hope without being in denial? What is the best way to get needed support? This compassionate book presents dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), a proven psychological intervention that Marsha M. Linehan developed specifically for the impossible situations of life--and which...
Author
Publisher
Broadleaf Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Infused with hope, laughter, and advice, this book curates personal experience with priceless learning from interviews with cancer survivors around the country. Cancer Sucks will equip you with the non-medical tools and tips needed to make it through cancer treatment sanely"--
Author
Publisher
Frog, Ltd
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
"Based on her practice of leading writing groups for people with cancer, writer, teacher, and breast cancer survivor Sharon Bray provides a step-by-step guide for writing together--or alone--through cancer, from diagnosis through recovery, and defines a process for expressive and healing writing focused on an individual's experience"--Provided by publisher.
11) The Last Lecture
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
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Description
The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family. - Publisher. "Much of my lecture at Carnegie Mellon focused on the professional side of my life--my students, colleagues and career. The book is a far more personal look at my childhood dreams and all the lessons I've learned....
Author
Publisher
Villard Books
Pub. Date
[1996]
Language
English
Description
"In 1986, George Sheehan, doctor, philosopher, author, and record-setting marathoner, was diagnosed with inoperable cancer. He furiously fought this disease with his body's every fiber - continuing to run and race, defiant, courageous. And he documented his extraordinary battle in a series of essays he wrote until his death in 1993. The result is Going the Distance, a work of surpassing power and honesty, a book that typifies George Sheehan's inspiration...
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