{"product_id":"harvard-psychosocial-oncology-what-to-expect-when-caring-for-an-oncology-patient-2026","title":"Harvard Psychosocial Oncology What to Expect When Caring for an Oncology Patient 2026","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"14pauco\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"88\"\u003eHarvard Psychosocial Oncology: What to Expect When Caring for an Oncology Patient 2026\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1cesukc\" data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eComprehensive Psychosocial Oncology, Cancer Mental Health \u0026amp; Supportive Care Update\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cibsat\" data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"520\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"285\"\u003eHarvard Psychosocial Oncology: What to Expect When Caring for an Oncology Patient 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e course is a specialized educational program designed to provide healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological, emotional, behavioral, and social challenges experienced by patients living with cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"852\"\u003ePresented by \u003cstrong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"576\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDana-Farber Cancer Institute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and accredited by \u003cstrong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHarvard Medical School\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, this expanded two-day virtual conference focuses on the psychosocial aspects of oncology care across the entire cancer continuum—from diagnosis and treatment through survivorship, advanced illness, and bereavement.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eHeld on \u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eApril 30 – May 1, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, the program equips clinicians with practical skills for identifying and managing cancer-related mental health conditions, supporting caregivers and families, addressing substance use disorders, navigating difficult conversations, and improving quality of life for oncology patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qyxylb\" data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003eCourse Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"g5t9lj\" data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eHarvard Medical School Accredited Program\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"83kfhz\" data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003ePsychosocial Oncology Education\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"b6s728\" data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eCancer Mental Health Management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"a44s48\" data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eSupportive Oncology Care\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"qfdt55\" data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eDepression \u0026amp; Anxiety in Cancer Patients\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"ejphxs\" data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eCaregiver \u0026amp; Family Support Strategies\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1websw2\" data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eSubstance Use Disorder Management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sguf4c\" data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eBereavement \u0026amp; Grief Counseling\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kw448t\" data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eCancer Survivorship Support\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"60w2nw\" data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eYoung Adult \u0026amp; Pediatric Oncology Care\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ehkd5\" data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eSupport Group Facilitation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tgvwhk\" data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eMultidisciplinary Case-Based Learning\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1scsphp\" data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eLearning Objectives\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eUpon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1onohod\" data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eIdentify common psychosocial stressors affecting patients with cancer.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"g5mp75\" data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eRecognize mental health disorders frequently encountered in oncology settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uhe1xq\" data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eDevelop strategies to improve coping and quality of life.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1afbzz2\" data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eUnderstand the impact of cancer on caregivers and family members.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"ds8r5s\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eApply supportive care interventions throughout the cancer journey.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"163kmvp\" data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eAddress substance use disorders in oncology populations.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"fwsibu\" data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003eNavigate difficult patient interactions and emotionally challenging situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"2rd8fa\" data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eSupport bereaved families and individuals following cancer-related loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1sty5ja\" data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eDay 1 – Psychosocial Care Across the Cancer Journey\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17bj73s\" data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003eMental Health \u0026amp; Cancer\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eA major focus of the conference is understanding how cancer affects psychological well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1984e9i\" data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eEmotional responses to diagnosis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"71rmlk\" data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003ePsychological distress\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"o2osh0\" data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003eAdjustment disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"whob6v\" data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eMental health screening\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"yj3db0\" data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003eQuality-of-life assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2710\"\u003eFaculty discuss practical methods for identifying psychosocial concerns early.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bdi0n0\" data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003eDepression in Oncology\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003eDedicated sessions review:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c9hiu0\" data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003eCovered Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"qfdjdj\" data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003eRecognition of depression in cancer patients\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i72e3u\" data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003eDifferential diagnosis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"j4m6xq\" data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003ePharmacologic management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"pmcrtg\" data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003ePsychotherapeutic interventions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"uthp8c\" data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003eCollaborative care models\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2954\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003eParticipants learn evidence-based approaches to improving patient outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19354r6\" data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3072\"\u003eAnxiety \u0026amp; Cancer-Related Distress\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3128\"\u003eThe course explores common anxiety-related challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3148\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cvf0e2\" data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003eGeneralized anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"e757bs\" data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3199\"\u003eTreatment-related anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"qmngkd\" data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003eFear of recurrence\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"o6x6gr\" data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3241\"\u003eProcedural anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1om03ek\" data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003eCoping mechanisms\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003eFaculty review strategies that help patients navigate uncertainty and treatment stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3355\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1hq052c\" data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3397\"\u003eDemoralization \u0026amp; Existential Distress\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3399\" data-end=\"3428\"\u003eSpecialized lectures address:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3448\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lla0e5\" data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003eMeaning-centered care\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qhw9o1\" data-start=\"3474\" data-end=\"3497\"\u003eExistential suffering\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"n6zo38\" data-start=\"3498\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003eLoss of identity\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"oa7bxw\" data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003eHope and resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l2nlvs\" data-start=\"3539\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003ePsychological adaptation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3643\"\u003eThese sessions focus on supporting patients facing profound life challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"3645\" data-end=\"3648\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bwed8g\" data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3679\"\u003eCaregiver \u0026amp; Family Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3719\"\u003eCancer affects entire support systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8l0fzi\" data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3738\"\u003eCovered Areas\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"3740\" data-end=\"3853\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"rrx9so\" data-start=\"3740\" data-end=\"3757\"\u003eFamily dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1adngs8\" data-start=\"3758\" data-end=\"3776\"\u003eCaregiver burden\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"66ky8g\" data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3799\"\u003eEmotional exhaustion\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"ua3l6d\" data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3826\"\u003eCommunication strategies\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"jztp57\" data-start=\"3827\" data-end=\"3853\"\u003eSupportive interventions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3855\" data-end=\"3947\"\u003eParticipants review methods for supporting caregivers throughout treatment and survivorship.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3952\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ep37xb\" data-start=\"3954\" data-end=\"3976\"\u003eCancer Survivorship\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"3978\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003eAs survivorship increases, psychosocial support becomes increasingly important.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4077\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4210\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"4m4xse\" data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4101\"\u003eLong-term adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mfnmvq\" data-start=\"4102\" data-end=\"4126\"\u003ePsychological recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"l82s24\" data-start=\"4127\" data-end=\"4158\"\u003eReturn to work and daily life\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"qmngkd\" data-start=\"4159\" data-end=\"4179\"\u003eFear of recurrence\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"xjh50r\" data-start=\"4180\" data-end=\"4210\"\u003eQuality-of-life optimization\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"4212\" data-end=\"4260\"\u003eFaculty discuss long-term supportive care needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"4262\" data-end=\"4265\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1owuw9u\" data-start=\"4267\" data-end=\"4314\"\u003eDay 2 – Advanced Psychosocial Oncology Topics\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bigak8\" data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4354\"\u003eSubstance Use Disorders in Oncology\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"4356\" data-end=\"4423\"\u003eThe second day explores addiction and substance-related challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"4425\" data-end=\"4443\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"4445\" data-end=\"4570\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g9l30t\" data-start=\"4445\" data-end=\"4470\"\u003eSubstance use screening\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"18qdpu2\" data-start=\"4471\" data-end=\"4505\"\u003eOpioid management considerations\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a1zxmq\" data-start=\"4506\" data-end=\"4529\"\u003eAlcohol use disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"to9e65\" data-start=\"4530\" data-end=\"4547\"\u003eRisk assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"190qy0h\" data-start=\"4548\" data-end=\"4570\"\u003eTreatment strategies\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"4572\" data-end=\"4648\"\u003eParticipants learn how substance use disorders intersect with oncology care.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"4650\" data-end=\"4653\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1j47295\" data-start=\"4655\" data-end=\"4678\"\u003eCannabis in Oncology\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"4680\" data-end=\"4709\"\u003eDedicated discussions review:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"4711\" data-end=\"4729\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"4731\" data-end=\"4834\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"j92h5m\" data-start=\"4731\" data-end=\"4751\"\u003eSymptom management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"a1y46f\" data-start=\"4752\" data-end=\"4774\"\u003eAppetite stimulation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"420w6x\" data-start=\"4775\" data-end=\"4789\"\u003ePain control\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"rekuky\" data-start=\"4790\" data-end=\"4808\"\u003eCurrent evidence\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"lnlbfm\" data-start=\"4809\" data-end=\"4834\"\u003eClinical considerations\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"4836\" data-end=\"4901\"\u003eFaculty discuss benefits, limitations, and ongoing controversies.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"4903\" data-end=\"4906\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1w86ay6\" data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"4937\"\u003ePsychedelics \u0026amp; Cancer Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"4939\" data-end=\"5010\"\u003eEmerging research regarding psychedelic-assisted therapies is reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qvpv8u\" data-start=\"5012\" data-end=\"5029\"\u003eAreas Covered\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5145\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"6m705p\" data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5051\"\u003eAnxiety management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lioqkd\" data-start=\"5052\" data-end=\"5074\"\u003eExistential distress\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m74ofi\" data-start=\"5075\" data-end=\"5101\"\u003eEmerging clinical trials\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"gor1pt\" data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5125\"\u003eSafety considerations\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"l72t0b\" data-start=\"5126\" data-end=\"5145\"\u003eFuture directions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5147\" data-end=\"5218\"\u003eThe course examines current evidence and potential future applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"5220\" data-end=\"5223\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mr6jfd\" data-start=\"5225\" data-end=\"5260\"\u003eChallenging Patient Interactions\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5336\"\u003eHealthcare professionals often encounter difficult clinical conversations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"5338\" data-end=\"5356\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"5358\" data-end=\"5488\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"hydpom\" data-start=\"5358\" data-end=\"5383\"\u003eDelivering serious news\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"ywp84k\" data-start=\"5384\" data-end=\"5405\"\u003eEmotional reactions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"rto2sw\" data-start=\"5406\" data-end=\"5427\"\u003eConflict resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y79mcw\" data-start=\"5428\" data-end=\"5456\"\u003eCommunication under stress\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"k4p0i3\" data-start=\"5457\" data-end=\"5488\"\u003eTherapeutic alliance building\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5490\" data-end=\"5541\"\u003eFaculty provide practical communication strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"5543\" data-end=\"5546\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10pix7n\" data-start=\"5548\" data-end=\"5578\"\u003eBereavement \u0026amp; Grief Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5580\" data-end=\"5649\"\u003eA significant component of psychosocial oncology involves grief care.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"5651\" data-end=\"5669\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"5671\" data-end=\"5776\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"krhaj9\" data-start=\"5671\" data-end=\"5695\"\u003eBereavement counseling\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"12wlok4\" data-start=\"5696\" data-end=\"5715\"\u003eComplicated grief\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1avl4pd\" data-start=\"5716\" data-end=\"5732\"\u003eFamily support\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"k4yu38\" data-start=\"5733\" data-end=\"5758\"\u003eEnd-of-life transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"nmv534\" data-start=\"5759\" data-end=\"5776\"\u003eLoss processing\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5778\" data-end=\"5870\"\u003eParticipants learn approaches for supporting patients and families during difficult periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"5872\" data-end=\"5875\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vpj362\" data-start=\"5877\" data-end=\"5916\"\u003eSupport Groups \u0026amp; Community Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"5918\" data-end=\"5934\"\u003eSessions review:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c9hiu0\" data-start=\"5936\" data-end=\"5954\"\u003eCovered Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"5956\" data-end=\"6094\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qrwv8r\" data-start=\"5956\" data-end=\"5983\"\u003eSupport group development\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"5hbu2h\" data-start=\"5984\" data-end=\"6005\"\u003ePeer support models\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"ss7by6\" data-start=\"6006\" data-end=\"6033\"\u003eCommunity-based resources\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"atj6qh\" data-start=\"6034\" data-end=\"6065\"\u003eGroup facilitation techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uhtrrv\" data-start=\"6066\" data-end=\"6094\"\u003ePsychosocial interventions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6096\" data-end=\"6150\"\u003eThese discussions emphasize collaborative care models.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"6152\" data-end=\"6155\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"pemtnj\" data-start=\"6157\" data-end=\"6178\"\u003eSpecial Populations\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3zrrfb\" data-start=\"6180\" data-end=\"6203\"\u003eYoung Adult Oncology\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6205\" data-end=\"6259\"\u003eCancer presents unique challenges in younger patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rbyca0\" data-start=\"6261\" data-end=\"6279\"\u003eTopics Include\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"6281\" data-end=\"6410\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yj5t0e\" data-start=\"6281\" data-end=\"6307\"\u003ePsychosocial development\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"go9sx3\" data-start=\"6308\" data-end=\"6328\"\u003eFertility concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"mg0cgx\" data-start=\"6329\" data-end=\"6356\"\u003eIdentity and independence\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"14oyyev\" data-start=\"6357\" data-end=\"6389\"\u003eEducational and career impacts\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"atpx5p\" data-start=\"6390\" data-end=\"6410\"\u003ePeer relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6412\" data-end=\"6463\"\u003eFaculty discuss age-specific supportive care needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"6465\" data-end=\"6468\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1pukmm8\" data-start=\"6470\" data-end=\"6491\"\u003ePediatric Oncology\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6493\" data-end=\"6521\"\u003eDedicated sessions focus on:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8l0fzi\" data-start=\"6523\" data-end=\"6540\"\u003eCovered Areas\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"6542\" data-end=\"6693\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y86ch2\" data-start=\"6542\" data-end=\"6578\"\u003eChild and adolescent mental health\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cpgtcc\" data-start=\"6579\" data-end=\"6601\"\u003eFamily-centered care\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pk8v4j\" data-start=\"6602\" data-end=\"6632\"\u003eDevelopmental considerations\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q1hxrd\" data-start=\"6633\" data-end=\"6664\"\u003eLong-term survivorship issues\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uhtrrv\" data-start=\"6665\" data-end=\"6693\"\u003ePsychosocial interventions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6695\" data-end=\"6764\"\u003eParticipants review specialized approaches for pediatric populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"6766\" data-end=\"6769\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1apil42\" data-start=\"6771\" data-end=\"6795\"\u003eEducational Highlights\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6797\" data-end=\"6841\"\u003e✔ Comprehensive psychosocial oncology update\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6843\" data-end=\"6873\"\u003e✔ Harvard-accredited education\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6875\" data-end=\"6907\"\u003e✔ Mental health care in oncology\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6909\" data-end=\"6944\"\u003e✔ Depression and anxiety management\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6946\" data-end=\"6975\"\u003e✔ Cancer survivorship support\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"6977\" data-end=\"7013\"\u003e✔ Caregiver and family interventions\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7015\" data-end=\"7049\"\u003e✔ Substance use disorder education\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7051\" data-end=\"7085\"\u003e✔ Bereavement and grief counseling\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7087\" data-end=\"7123\"\u003e✔ Pediatric and young adult oncology\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7125\" data-end=\"7166\"\u003e✔ Practical communication skills training\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"7168\" data-end=\"7171\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"g7s3\" data-start=\"7173\" data-end=\"7190\"\u003eTarget Audience\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7192\" data-end=\"7217\"\u003eThis course is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"7219\" data-end=\"7454\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"z675uk\" data-start=\"7219\" data-end=\"7232\"\u003eOncologists\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1javkkq\" data-start=\"7233\" data-end=\"7248\"\u003ePsychiatrists\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"oyy8zz\" data-start=\"7249\" data-end=\"7264\"\u003ePsychologists\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g5cfzw\" data-start=\"7265\" data-end=\"7290\"\u003ePrimary Care Physicians\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"xszxna\" data-start=\"7291\" data-end=\"7307\"\u003eSocial Workers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cl7ez8\" data-start=\"7308\" data-end=\"7325\"\u003eOncology Nurses\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"rea4z6\" data-start=\"7326\" data-end=\"7347\"\u003eNurse Practitioners\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"ley5ht\" data-start=\"7348\" data-end=\"7370\"\u003ePhysician Assistants\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"6hvaie\" data-start=\"7371\" data-end=\"7400\"\u003ePalliative Care Specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"762alp\" data-start=\"7401\" data-end=\"7434\"\u003eBehavioral Health Professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli data-section-id=\"18jftrf\" data-start=\"7435\" data-end=\"7454\"\u003eOncology Trainees\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr data-start=\"7456\" data-end=\"7459\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"p0005m\" data-start=\"7461\" data-end=\"7489\"\u003eWhy This Course Stands Out\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7491\" data-end=\"7533\"\u003e✔ Dedicated focus on psychosocial oncology\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7535\" data-end=\"7573\"\u003e✔ Harvard Medical School accreditation\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7575\" data-end=\"7612\"\u003e✔ Multidisciplinary faculty expertise\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7614\" data-end=\"7655\"\u003e✔ Covers the entire cancer care continuum\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7657\" data-end=\"7703\"\u003e✔ Strong emphasis on practical patient support\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7705\" data-end=\"7743\"\u003e✔ Addresses caregiver and family needs\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7745\" data-end=\"7805\"\u003e✔ Includes emerging topics such as psychedelics and cannabis\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7807\" data-end=\"7853\"\u003e✔ Focuses on communication and quality of life\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7855\" data-end=\"7901\"\u003e✔ Applicable across multiple clinical settings\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"7903\" data-end=\"7961\"\u003e✔ Highly relevant as cancer survivorship continues to grow\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e+ Topics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e01 Approaching Cancer Care for the Whole Patient\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e02 Overview of Cancer Treatment and Treatment Side Effects\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e03 Adjustment to Illness\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e04 Couples and Families\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e05 Morning Q\u0026amp;A Courtney Bitz; Eileen Joyce; Damien Miran; Cristina Pozo-Kaderman; Anna Muriel\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e06 Anxiety\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e07 Depression\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e08 Survivorship\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\"\u003e09 Spiritual Care (Moderated Discussion)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\"\u003e10 Afternoon Q\u0026amp;A Stephanie Tung; Timothy Steinhoff; Carrie Wu; Stephen Conway; Leora Lowenthal; John Peteet; Damien Mir\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0\"\u003e11 Psychedelics\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,11,0\"\u003e12 Substance usemisuse\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,12,0\"\u003e13 Cannabis\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,13,0\"\u003e14 Navigating Challenging Patients\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,14,0\"\u003e15 Morning Q\u0026amp;A Roxanne Sholevar; Miryam Yusufov; Ilana Braun; Stephanie Tung; Michelle Jacobo\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,15,0\"\u003e16 Bereavement\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,16,0\"\u003e16 Sue Morris Recording 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,17,0\"\u003e17 Facilitating Cancer Support Groups\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,18,0\"\u003e18 Existential Distress and End of Life Issues\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,19,0\"\u003e19 Pediatric Psychosocial Care (Moderated 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