Neuropsychological and Psychosocial Foundations of Neuro-Oncology

1st Edition - September 1, 2024
Editors: Herbert B. Newton, Ashlee R. Loughan
Language: English
Hardback ISBN:
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Neuropsychological and Psychosocial Foundations of Neuro-Oncology provides an in-depth review of common cognitive, psychological, and social manifestations that occur in patients with brain cancer and other neuro-oncological issues. Chapters discuss primary CNS tumors, brain metastases, leptomeningeal disease, paraneoplastic disorders, and many other topics. Effects of CNS and systemic cancer treatment (i.e., radiotherapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy) are also examined, as are current practices for rehabilitation and targets for essential future interventions in vulnerable populations.

This book is fully illustrated with pathology photomicrographs, CT and MRI images, tables, and molecular pathway diagrams. Bringing neuropsychological and behavioral health trial knowledge from the bench to the bedside, this volume is an essential reference for practicing neuro-oncologists, neuropsychologists, nurses, and others working in the field of neuro-oncology.

SECTION I. Neuropsychological Foundations of Neuro-Oncology

1. History of neuro-oncology and neuropsychology

2. Neurocognitive functioning from a neuropsychological perspective

3. Taking a Therapeutic and Biopsychosocial Approach to the Neuropsychological Interview for Assessment of Brain Tumor Survivors

4. Cognitive Objective Testing and Procedures

5. Patient-Reported Assessment: Identifying Cognitive Concerns in Brain Tumor Patients

6. Quality of life and patient-reported outcomes in neuro-oncology clinical care and research

SECTION II. Effects of Neuro-Oncology and Systemic Treatment on Cognitive Functioning

7. Imaging in Neuro-Oncology

8. Pathology and Treatment of Primary and Metastatic Brain Tumors

9. Overview of Systemic Treatment and Toxicity in Cancer Patients

10. Delirium and Mental Status Changes in Neuro-Oncology

11. The Neuropsychological Impact of Surgical Intervention and Utility of Awake Craniotomies

12. Neuropsychological Implications of Radiotherapy

13. Neuropsychologic manifestations of chemotherapy

14. Neuropsychological Issues Related to Immunotherapy

15. Neuropsychological Aspects of Blood or Bone Marrow Transplantation

16. Pediatric Brain Tumors: Neuropsychological Late Effects and Academic Implications

SECTION III. Psychosocial Foundations of Neuro-Oncology

17. Depression in Neuro-Oncology

18. Anxiety in Neuro-Oncology

19. Personality and behavioral changes in Neuro-Oncology

20. Existential Distress in Neuro-Oncology

21. Body Image in Cancer

22. Fatigue/Sleep Issues in Neuro-Oncology

23. The Impact of Brain Tumor Location and Treatment on Sexual Function: Implications for clinical practice

SECTION IV. Cognitive and Psychological Interventions

24. Evidence and clinical considerations for cognitive rehabilitation

25. Unpacking the Psycho-Pharmacologic and Psychological Burden of Neuro-Oncology

26. Psychotherapeutic Interventions in Neuro-Oncology

27. Alternative and Holistic Approaches to Neuro-Oncological Healthcare

28. Support Groups and Self-Help Resources

29. The Role of Social Work in Neuro-Oncology

30. Overview of Music Therapy and Art Therapy in Oncology

31. Spirituality in Neuro-oncology

SECTION V. Supportive and Palliative Care in Neuro-Oncology

32. Symptom Management in Neuro-Oncology

33. Physical Rehabilitation in Neuro-Oncology

34. Advanced Care Planning in Neuro-Oncology

35. Psychiatric Issues in Terminal Care in Neuro-oncology

36. Palliative Care and Hospice Care in Neuro-Oncology

37. Ethical Issues in Neuro-Oncology Medical Care

38. Comprehensive Psychosocial Resources for Cancer Patients: The Gathering Place – An Evolving Model

39. Legal Issues in Cancer and Neuro-Oncology

SECTION VI. Caregiving in Neuro-Oncology

40. The Experience of Caregivers of Patients in Neuro-Oncology

41. In-Home Care Resources in Neuro-Oncology

Herbert B. Newton

Dr. Newton is currently the Director of the Neuro-Oncology Center and CNS Oncology Program at the Advent Health Cancer Institute and Advent Health Orlando Campus. He recently retired as Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery at the Ohio State University Medical Center and the James Cancer Hospital, and was the holder of the Esther Dardinger Endowed Chair in Neuro-Oncology. He trained in Neuro-Oncology with Drs. Jerome Posner and William Shapiro at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, and since then had been in academic Neuro-Oncology for over 25 years. He has published more than 220 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, and is the Chief Editor or Co-Editor of ten textbooks in the field of Neurology and Neuro-Oncology. In addition, he has been listed as a Best Doctor (Neurology) and Top Doctor for Cancer (Neuro-Oncology) for the past 18 years.

Affiliations and expertise

Advent Health Cancer Institute, FL, USA

Ashlee R. Loughan

Dr. Loughan is a licensed clinical neuropsychologist and Associate Professor in Neurology at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. She has developed a thriving neuropsychological and quality survival program at Massey Cancer Center, LiveNOW (Neuro-Oncology Wellness). Dr. Loughan is committed to a career in neuro-oncology and conducts practice-changing cancer prevention and control research aimed to improve patients cognitive and psychological outcomes. She has demonstrated a strong record of internal and external funding, focused on understanding and improving quality survival of those challenged by brain tumors. She has authored over 40 peer-reviewed manuscripts, 9 invited book chapters, and produced 100+ abstracts at local, national, and international academic conferences. Dr. Loughan was recently recognized as a VCU Emerging Scholar and serves on the American Brain Tumor Association Clinical Advisory Counsel. She is a clinician scientist invested in the field of neuro-oncology and psycho-oncology, especially the future of quality oncology care.

Affiliations and expertise

Associate Professor, Department of Neurology, Virginia Commonwealth University USA