Cancer in Context - Brennan, James (Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre, and Senior Lecturer in Palliative Medicine, University of Bristol, UK) a Moynihan, Clare (Senior Research Fellow and Research Associate, Institute of Cancer Research

Underlines the fact that supportive care is an integral part of the treatment of cancer. This book explores the underlying reasons why cancer often leads to high levels of distress. It includes topics such as the personal challenge of cancer, the needs of families, partners and carers, common treatment difficulties, and staff stress and burnout.