Hodgkin’s Disease Treatments — Mind-Body Medicine
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Mind-Body Medicine for Hodgkin's Disease
At Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), we believe in an integrative, patient-centered approach to Hodgkin’s disease treatment. Our cancer experts strive to address a patient’s needs on all levels—physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.
Designed to complement the traditional medical therapies provided at CTCA, the Mind-Body Medicine Program helps Hodgkin's disease patients and their families cope with the physical and emotional issues that may arise during treatment.
Defining Psychoneuroimmunology
Mind-Body Medicine is based on a relatively new area of care called Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI). “Psycho” refers to your thinking, emotions and mood states. "Neuro" refers to the neurological and neuroendocrine systems in your body. "Immunology" refers to your cellular structures and immune system.
PNI explores the influence of your mind on your body and immune system. Using a variety of techniques, mind-body medicine helps you direct your energies toward healing and health.
Mind-body specialists at CTCA provide the following therapies to Hodgkin’s disease patients and their loved ones:
- Individual, couple and family counseling
- Stress management
- Relaxation and guided imagery training
- Support groups for you and your family
- Educational resources
- Laughter/Humor therapy
- Energy therapies
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