Now in its second edition, this is the only book on occupationaltherapy in oncology and palliative care. It has been thoroughlyupdated, contains new chapters, and like the first edition willappeal to a range of allied health professionals working withpatients with a life-threatening illness.

The book explores the nature of cancer and challenges faced byoccupational therapists in oncology and palliative care. Itdiscusses the range of occupational therapy intervention in symptomcontrol, anxiety management and relaxation, and the management ofbreathlessness and fatigue.

The book is produced in an evidence-based, practical, workbookformat with case studies. New chapters on creativity as apsychodynamic approach; outcome measures in occupational therapy inoncology and palliative care; HIV-related cancers and palliativecare.