All Outputs (193)

Looking different: Counselling, genetics & visible difference (2008)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Psychology and visible difference (2008)
Journal Article

The challenge of being diagnosed and treated for ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) (2008)
Journal Article

Following the introduction of the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) in the UK increasing numbers of women are diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). In DCIS, the cancer cells are confined to the ducts of the breast... Read More about The challenge of being diagnosed and treated for ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS).

Evaluation of the current knowledge limitations in breast cancer research: A gap analysis (2008)
Journal Article

Background: A gap analysis was conducted to determine which areas of breast cancer research, if targeted by researchers and funding bodies, could produce the greatest impact on patients.Methods: Fifty-six Breast Cancer Campaign grant holders and prom... Read More about Evaluation of the current knowledge limitations in breast cancer research: A gap analysis.

Anxieties & concerns about breast reconstruction (2008)
Book Chapter

UWE Psychology Postgraduate Papers, Vol 5 (2008)
Book

Using photographs to capture women's experiences of chemotherapy: Reflecting on the method (2007)
Journal Article

This article examines the value of using the photo-elicitation method for generating health-related narratives. Drawing on research in which women kept a photographic record of their experiences of chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer, this resea... Read More about Using photographs to capture women's experiences of chemotherapy: Reflecting on the method.

Managing appearance changes resulting from cancer treatment: Resilience in adolescent females (2007)
Journal Article

Typically, adolescence is marked by cognitive and physical developments impacting on self-esteem, independence and sexual awareness, often resulting in increased appearance awareness and dissatisfaction. Adolescents with cancer have the additional bu... Read More about Managing appearance changes resulting from cancer treatment: Resilience in adolescent females.

Visible difference amongst children and adolescents: Issues and interventions (2007)
Journal Article

Whether present at birth or acquired later in life, a visible difference (disfigurement) can have considerable psychological ramifications for children and adolescents. Whilst many young people adapt to the demands placed upon them and appear relativ... Read More about Visible difference amongst children and adolescents: Issues and interventions.

Adjustment to appearance changes resulting from meningococcal septicaemia during adolescence: A qualitative study (2007)
Journal Article

Statement of purpose: Meningococcal Septicaemia (ms) is an acute, life-threatening illness characterized by rapid progression and if not treated swiftly can result in death within hours. Those who survive may require skin grafting or amputation of di... Read More about Adjustment to appearance changes resulting from meningococcal septicaemia during adolescence: A qualitative study.

Oncoplastic breast surgery - A guide to good practice (2007)
Journal Article

Quality of life and post-mastectomy radiotherapy (2007)
Journal Article

UWE Psychology Postgraduate Papers, Vol 4 (2007)
Book

Appearance concerns in genetic conditions (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Psychosocial aspects of breast reconstruction (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Picture this: Using photography to explore women's experiences of chemotherapy (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

UWE Psychology Postgraduate Papers, Vol 3 (2006)
Book

You fall between normal and cancer: The experience of being diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) (2006)
Journal Article

The psychology of appearance and disfigurement (2005)
Book

The psychosocial impact of acne: An altered appearance during adolescence (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution