Performs acceptance and commitment therapy to help patients come to terms with their experience in the best way"

In oncology patients, psychological intervention should include accompaniment by the professional in the different phases of the disease, from prevention, diagnosis, treatment and even grief. For this, psycho-oncology has a series of tools and therapies that help to reduce anxiety and depression.  

In this sense, with this Psychological Treatment of the Cancer Patient and their Family Members in Psychological Treatment of the Cancer Patient and their Family Members, the student will delve into the use of cognitive-behavioral therapies to treat cancer patients, among which deactivation techniques, widely used to prepare the patient for medical treatment, stand out.  

On the other hand, the psychological aspects related to the different types of cancer will be addressed and highlighted, since patients usually react in a certain way depending on the location of the tumor. This is why students should understand that tumors in the head and neck affect the perception of body image, which has repercussions on self-esteem and self-concept. Meanwhile, cancer in the larynx is related to the loss of emotions and the expression of emotions, such as laughter and crying.  

At the end of the program, students will be able to apply the appropriate techniques to treat their patients. They will also be educated in the selection and education of volunteers to assist in the accompaniment of oncology patients and their family members. In this way, this program will become an excellent opportunity that will lead psychologists to work in a private practice or, directly, in the oncology department of a hospital.  

Master your skills and competencies for the selection, training and supervision of volunteers to accompany cancer patients" 

This Postgraduate diploma in Psychological Treatment of the Cancer Patient and their Family Members contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Psycho-Oncology 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies for psychological intervention with cancer patients 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

Parte de tu trabajo como psicólogo será ayudar a los pacientes a detectar y potenciar sus recursos para superar la enfermedad” 

The program’s teaching team includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow professionals to learn in professionals a situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to prepare in real situations.  

The design of this educational program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented to them throughout the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.        

The family of cancer patients should never be forgotten. Therefore, you will learn how to accompany and comfort them"

Psychological aspects have a great impact on the type of tumor suffered"

The syllabus of this program has been designed following the requirements that the sector demands from its professionals. In addition, it has the contributions of the teaching staff, which knows perfectly the needs of oncology patients. For this reason, this program will enable students to learn about the psychological treatments most commonly used in the field of oncology to help patients and their relatives to overcome each phase of the disease.  

Help cancer patients to live with purpose and peace" 

Module 1. Psychological Treatments in Cancer and Third Generation Therapies 

1.1. Effective Psychological Treatments in Psycho-Oncology 
1.2. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Cancer Treatment 

1.2.1. Identification of Automatic Thoughts and Modification of Cognitions 
1.2.2. Activation Control Techniques 

    1.2.2.1. Diaphragmatic Breathing Training 
    1.2.2.2. Progressive Muscular Relaxation 

1.2.3. Behavioral Activation 
1.2.4. Exposition Techniques and Guided Imagination 

1.3. Cognitive Training Program 
1.4. Rehabilitation Program Based on Physical Exercise 
1.5. Mindfulness 

1.5.1. Mindfulness Training Program 
1.5.2. Compassion and Self-Compassion Practice 

1.6. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) 

1.6.1. Components of ACT and Clinical Methods 

1.7. Therapy Focused on the Search for Meaning 

1.7.1. Cancer and Feeling. Exploration of the Sources of Meaning 

1.8. Dignity Therapy 

1.8.1. The Concept of Dignity in Cancer Patients 
1.8.2. Models of Dignity. Chochinov 

1.9. Systemic Family Therapy 

1.9.1. Family and Cancer. Most Common Family Dynamics 

1.10. Pseudotherapies and Pseudosciences Against Cancer 

1.10.1. Positions of Government Agencies 
1.10.2. Pseudotherapies and Pseudosciences With and Without Scientific Evidence 

Module 2. Most Relevant Psychological Aspects According to Different Tumor Locations 

2.1. Leukemias, Lymphomas and Myelomas 

2.1.1. Bone Marrow Transplantation and Isolation Situations 

2.2. Breast Cancer and Gynecology 

2.2.1. Body image 
2.2.2. Sexuality 
2.2.3. Self-esteem 
2.2.4. Chemobrain Effect 

2.3. Prostate Cancer 

2.3.1. Incontinence and Sexual Impotence 

2.4. Colon Cancer and the Digestive System 

2.4.1. Living with a Colostomy 

2.5. Intervention in Laryngectomized Patients 

2.5.1. Speech Therapy Intervention 
2.5.2. Alteration in Social and Work Life 

2.6. Head and Neck Tumors 
2.7. Thyroid Cancer 
2.8. Tumors of the Central Nervous System 

2.8.1. Cognitive Deficits and Mobility Limitations 

2.9. Lung Cancer 
2.10. Child Cancer 

2.10.1. Emotional Development and Child Intellect 
2.10.2. Social Impact on the Child 
2.10.3. Impact on the Family 

Module 3. Other Psychological Interventions in Specific Cancer-Related Areas 

3.1. Psychological Treatment to Give Up Smoking 

3.1.1. Myths About Tobacco 
3.1.2. Analysis of Smoking Behavior. Physical and Psychological Dependence 
3.1.3. Program Structure. Sessions and Methodology 
3.1.4. Abstinence and Prevention of Relapse 

3.2. Early Detection of Cancer 

3.2.1. Screening Tests (Mammography, FOBT, Cytology, etc.) 
3.2.2. Anticipatory Anxiety and Difficulties in Participation 
3.2.3. Oncologic Genetic Counseling 

3.3. Mutual of Self-Help Groups 
3.4. Psycho-Educational Groups for Family Members and Patients 

3.4.1. Topics to Approach and Work Methodology 
3.4.2. Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria 

3.5. Psychological Intervention in Cancer Survivors. The Return to “Normality” 
3.6. Control of Secondary Effects in Cancer Patients 

3.6.1. Pain Control 
3.6.2. Against Fatigue and Sleep 
3.6.3. Sexuality Control 
3.6.4. Cognitive Alterations. Chemobrain Effect 

3.7. Preparation and Intervention for Hospitalization and Surgery 
3.8. Psychological Preparation for Other Medical Treatment (Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, etc.) 
3.9. Psychological Intervention in Bone Marrow Transplants (BMT) 
3.10. Strategies for Training Volunteers in Cancer Patient Care 

3.10.1. The Volunteer Interview. Assignment and Matching of the Volunteer to Each Profile 
3.10.2. Specific Training of the Volunteer. Tutoring and Monitoring

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