Neuropsychological and Psychosocial Foundations of Neuro-Oncology

<p>SECTION I. Neuropsychological Foundations of Neuro-Oncology <br>1. History of neuro-oncology and neuropsychology<br>2. Neurocognitive functioning from a neuropsychological perspective<br>3. Taking a Therapeutic and Biopsychosocial Approach to the Neuropsychological Interview for Assessment of Brain Tumor Survivors<br>4. Cognitive Objective Testing and Procedures<br>5. Patient-Reported Assessment: Identifying Cognitive Concerns in Brain Tumor Patients<br>6. Quality of life and patient-reported outcomes in neuro-oncology clinical care and research<br><br>SECTION II. Effects of Neuro-Oncology and Systemic Treatment on Cognitive Functioning<br>7. Imaging in Neuro-Oncology<br>8. Pathology and Treatment of Primary and Metastatic Brain Tumors<br>9. Overview of Systemic Treatment and Toxicity in Cancer Patients<br>10. Delirium and Mental Status Changes in Neuro-Oncology<br>11. The Neuropsychological Impact of Surgical Intervention and Utility of Awake Craniotomies<br>12. Neuropsychological Implications of Radiotherapy<br>13. Neuropsychologic manifestations of chemotherapy<br>14. Neuropsychological Issues Related to Immunotherapy<br>15. Neuropsychological Aspects of Blood or Bone Marrow Transplantation<br>16. Pediatric Brain Tumors: Neuropsychological Late Effects and Academic Implications<br><br>SECTION III. Psychosocial Foundations of Neuro-Oncology<br>17. Depression in Neuro-Oncology<br>18. Anxiety in Neuro-Oncology<br>19. Personality and behavioral changes in Neuro-Oncology<br>20. Existential Distress in Neuro-Oncology<br>21. Body Image in Cancer<br>22. Fatigue/Sleep Issues in Neuro-Oncology<br>23. The Impact of Brain Tumor Location and Treatment on Sexual Function: Implications for clinical practice<br><br>SECTION IV. Cognitive and Psychological Interventions <br>24. Evidence and clinical considerations for cognitive rehabilitation<br>25. Unpacking the Psycho-Pharmacologic and Psychological Burden of Neuro-Oncology<br>26. Psychotherapeutic Interventions in Neuro-Oncology<br>27. Alternative and Holistic Approaches to Neuro-Oncological Healthcare<br>28. Support Groups and Self-Help Resources<br>29. The Role of Social Work in Neuro-Oncology<br>30. Overview of Music Therapy and Art Therapy in Oncology<br>31. Spirituality in Neuro-oncology<br><br>SECTION V. Supportive and Palliative Care in Neuro-Oncology<br>32. Symptom Management in Neuro-Oncology<br>33. Physical Rehabilitation in Neuro-Oncology<br>34. Advanced Care Planning in Neuro-Oncology<br>35. Psychiatric Issues in Terminal Care in Neuro-oncology<br>36. Palliative Care and Hospice Care in Neuro-Oncology<br>37. Ethical Issues in Neuro-Oncology Medical Care<br>38. Comprehensive Psychosocial Resources for Cancer Patients: The Gathering Place – An Evolving Model<br>39. Legal Issues in Cancer and Neuro-Oncology<br><br>SECTION VI. Caregiving in Neuro-Oncology <br>40. The Experience of Caregivers of Patients in Neuro-Oncology<br>41. In-Home Care Resources in Neuro-Oncology</p>