Dr. Katy LaLone on Mental Health in Survivorship

Dr. Katy LaLone is a Consultation Liaison Psychiatrist at Seidman Cancer Center, University Hospitals and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH.  Today, Dr. LaLone joins us to discuss the importance of mental health care in survivorship.PTSD, or post traumatic stress disorder, is very common in survivors. Cancer and treatment are, in fact, a trauma. There are treatments, biopsies, isolation, frustration with our medical system, and so many other stress-inducing events. These often result in everything from anxiety to panic attacks. In some cases, psychiatry can be helpful tools in learning self-awareness, self-understanding, and coping skills. Dr. LaLone explains the many different treatment options; no two patients are alike.Finally, Dr. LaLone provides some general advice for anyone going through the cancer journey. The information in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your health care provider regarding your medical decisions and treatment. The listed resources are not intended to be endorsements.One reference mentioned in the podcast was the Gathering Place: https://www.touchedbycancer.org/Other Resources:National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/Thank you to this season's sponsors:The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: https://www.lls.org/Seagen: https://www.seagen.com/Omeros Corporation: https://www.omeros.com/ National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/Check out our valued nbmtLINK resource books, some for sale, some free as downloadable, https://www.nbmtlink.org/shop/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKFollow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/The nbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  It is crucial to consult directly with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical conditions, treatment options, or other health concerns.The views and opinions expressed by the speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the nbmtLINK.  Unless otherwise stated in an official policy, the nbmtLINK does not endorse any specific treatments, products, or services mentioned by the speakers. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.The Marrow Masters Podcast is produced by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.