Gay and Bisexual Men Living with Prostate Cancer From Diagnosis to Recovery (Paperback)

Jane M. Ussher

ISBN 10: 1939594251 / ISBN 13: 9781939594259

Published by Harrington Park Press Inc, 2018

About this Item

Paperback. This book provides an overview of research and practice dealing with the specific needs of gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer, as well as the special psychosocial needs of their partners. The intention is twofold: to provide insight into the unique experiences and concerns of gay or bisexual men living with prostate cancer in order to inform and assist future research, clinical practice and supportive care, and policy; and to ensure that the needs of gay and bisexual men are recognized and advanced on the mainstream prostate cancer agenda. Featuring both cutting-edge research and powerful portraits of gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer, this book will be indispensable for health care, oncology, and mental health practitioners who seek to address their specific experiences and challenges. This book provides an overview of research and practice dealing with the specific needs of gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer, as well as the psychosocial needs of their partners. Featuring both cutting-edge research and powerful portraits, this book is indispensable for health care, oncology, and mental health practitioners. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Gay and Bisexual Men Living with Prostate Cancer From Diagnosis to Recovery (Paperback)
• Publisher: Harrington Park Press Inc
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1939594251
• ISBN 13: 9781939594259
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This book provides an overview of research and practice dealing with the specific needs of gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer, as well as the special psychosocial needs of their partners. The intention is twofold: to provide insight into the unique experiences and concerns of gay or bisexual men living with prostate cancer in order to inform and assist future research, clinical practice and supportive care, and policy; and to ensure that the needs of gay and bisexual men are recognized and advanced on the mainstream prostate cancer agenda. Featuring both cutting-edge research and powerful portraits of gay and bisexual men living with prostate cancer, this book will be indispensable for health care, oncology, and mental health practitioners who seek to address their specific experiences and challenges.

About the Author

Jane M. Ussher is professor of psychology at the Translational Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University.

Janette Perz is professor of psychology and director of the Translational Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University.

B. R. Simon Rosser is professor and clinical/research sexologist specializing in gay men’s health in the Division of Epidemiology and Community Heath at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. He pioneered the study of sexual function and dysfunction in gay and bisexual men, and he led one of the first NIH-funded studies in this field.