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The David Waxman Lecture: Hypnosis and Cancer: Quo Vadis?
This hybrid event will provide insights into how hypnosis can be employed to reduce psychosocial distress in cancer patients. Practical details about how to carry out various interventions for cancer-related problems will be presented, and the evidence base to justify their use will be reviewed, with particular reference to clinical trials.
Finally, suggestions will be made for future research and clinical work.
Professor Leslie Walker, Emeritus Professor of Cancer Rehabilitation at the University of Hull, UK, will present The David Waxman Memorial Lecture.
Can’t make it to London for this event? You can also book to watch this event via live stream by clicking here.
In the last 40 years, there has been increased recognition that the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of cancer can be very stressful, and despite considerable investment in psychosocial support services, the incidence of psychosocial distress and psychiatric morbidity in patients with cancer remains stubbornly high.
There is growing evidence that hypnotherapeutic interventions can be very helpful in minimising cancer-related distress; improving quality of life before, during and after treatment, and ameliorating various treatment side effects.
There is also evidence that hypnotherapy and related interventions can produce measurable neuroendocrine and immunological changes which may have beneficial effects on post-surgical recovery and tumour progression.
This hybrid event will cover:
- To learn about the various hypnotic techniques used in order to reduce the progression of tumours and manage stress in cancer patients.
- To discover empirical evidence to support these techniques.
- To learn how hypnosis can have positive effects on the immune system and on neuroendocrine functioning.
At the end of this meeting, there will be a scrumptious dinner where you will be able to network and relax. Please tick the dinner option when booking to attend.
CPD learning applied.
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