Journal of Pediatric Psychology, Vol. 28, No. 2, 2003, pp. 157-158
© 2003 Society of Pediatric Psychology
Book Review: Living With Childhood Cancer: A Practical Guide to Help Families Cope
Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center
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This excellent book provides a comprehensive and orderly examination of the
broad array of topics concerning the care of children and adolescents
diagnosed with cancer. As the authors note, practical support for families
coping with cancer lags behind medical advances. This book is rich with key
information and special strategies families can use when confronted with
cancer. The authors are a mother (Goodheart) and daughter (Woznick); the book
reflects their personal experiences after Woznick's youngest daughter
developed cancer. This family