Cancer and Mental HealthCancer and Mental Health
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
PACER Strategies for Mental Health ~ Relational ~ Social support to prevent distress and aid in coping and prevention of cognitive decline (which means supports need to be mentally and physically healthy too) ~ Significant others ~ Support groups ~
55:32•19 Dec 2020
Cancer and Mental Health: Practical Strategies for Coping and Resilience
“Psychological flexibility in its most basic form is mindfulness, mindful awareness of the current moment, radical acceptance of the current moment as it is, your feelings, your thoughts, your wants, and then, using your strategies, distress, tolerance, whatever you need to get into your wise mind so you can answer the question: what is the next best use of my energy to improve the next?”
How does cancer affect mental health, and what can be done to manage it? Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes tackles this pressing issue in this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast'. She breaks down the impact of chronic stress on the Hpa Axis, explaining how it can lead to anxiety and depression. But it’s not all doom and gloom—Dr. Snipes offers a range of practical strategies to combat these challenges.
From building a strong social support network to developing active coping mechanisms, she covers it all. Dr. Snipes also highlights the importance of health literacy and cognitive reserve in preventing mental illness and even cancer. Mindfulness and psychological flexibility are other tools she recommends for managing stress and boosting overall well-being. Additionally, she shares valuable tips on improving self-esteem and communication skills, which are crucial for setting boundaries and asking for help.
For caregivers, she emphasizes the need for respite care to maintain their own mental and physical health. This episode is a treasure trove of advice for anyone dealing with cancer or supporting someone who is. Tune in to learn how to build resilience and improve your mental health during challenging times.
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!
More From This Show
The latest episodes from the same podcast.
Related Episodes
Similar episodes from other shows in the catalogue.