Tips for Living and Coping (TLC)
The TLC is a monthly bulletin which addresses the psychosocial needs of brain tumor patients and survivors.
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2010
July 2010
Managing Fatigue
June 2010
Palliative Care
May 2010
Connecting With Others
April 2010
Talking to Your Child About Your Illness
March 2010
Seizure Management
February 2010
Guided Imagery
January 2010
Dispelling the Myths about Clinical Trials
2009
November 2009
Holiday Tips
October 2009
Energy Conservation
September 2009
TLC Survey Thank-you/ Keeping Your Balance
August 2009
Tips for Living and Coping Survey
July, 2009
Living in the Present: The Benefits of Mindfulness
June, 2009
Camps and Retreats
May, 2009
Active Stress Management: Living Well
April, 2009
Spring Cleaning
March, 2009
Fertility Preservation Options
February, 2009
Returning to Work
January, 2009
Online Support and Social Networking
2008
December, 2008
Healthy Eating for the Holidays and New Year
November, 2008
Improving Your Memory
October, 2008
Conquering Fatigue
September, 2008
Giving Back
August, 2008
Thank You
July, 2008
Planning Ahead
June, 2008
Resources for Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA)
May, 2008
Home Safety
April, 2008
Ways to Connect
March, 2008
Spirituality
February, 2008
Financial Assistance Survey
January, 2008
Therapeutic Recreation
2007
December, 2007
A New Year, A New You
November, 2007
Good Food, Good Health
October, 2007
Nurturing the Caregiver
September, 2007
Educating Children and Teenagers
August, 2007
Obtaining Medical Records - It is a good idea for you to have a copy of your medical records. For example, medical records are generally requested for a second opinion. The laws for obtaining medical records vary by state. The quickest way to obtain these records is from the doctor's office.
July, 2007
Looking Forward - This month we are turning to you, the experts, to help us design the next few months of our TLC column. Please take a moment to fill out the survey and let us know your thoughts on what you would like to read about and how we are doing.
June, 2007
Employment Rights and Job Retraining Resources - We have developed a new Social Work resource entitled, “Employment Rights and Job Retraining Resources.” This resource contains up-to-date information which addresses your legal rights as an employee and ways to find job retraining programs to meet your own specific, individual needs.
May, 2007
Getting to Know Your Healthcare Team - A brief overview of some of the healthcare professionals you may come in to contact with through your journey.
April, 2007
Spring Cleaning - The process of spring cleaning can apply to your thoughts and emotions, as much as it does to your home. Find a way to sort out the old, negative thoughts that are no longer working for you through this addition of our TLC.
March, 2007
Advocating for Yourself - Through this TLC we will convey advocacy tools that will help you to help yourself, or even to help others.
February, 2007
Spotlight on Support - The need to connect or to find another in the same situation is common with brain tumor survivors and their caregivers.
January, 2007
Accessing Physical Therapy Programs - The importance of physical therapy and ways to access services.
2006
December, 2006
Holiday Eating - Food for Thought - The importance of healthy eating during a time of overindulgence; healthy foods and recipes.
November, 2006
Coping with the Holidays - Some strategies to help cope with emotions during the holidays.
October, 2006
Preserving Memories - Taking time to reflect on your life's journey can be therapeutic; creative suggestions on how to preserve your own memories.
September, 2006
Talking to Your Child - Identifying children's needs when a parent is diagnosed with a brain tumor; resources for information and support.
August, 2006
Memory Therapy - Since memory skills may change after undergoing brain tumor treatment, it is important to understand how to access memory therapy services.
July, 2006
Sharing Hope Stories - Stories by individuals whose lives have been affected by brain tumors; how to access personal stories through the ABTA website.
June, 2006
Hope - What is hope and how to find and nurture a sense of hopefulness in your life.
May, 2006
Communicating with your Healthcare Team - Suggestions on how to communicate more effectively; what to ask and where to go for help.
April, 2006
Spirituality - What is spirituality and how to incorporate spirituality into your life.
March, 2006
Memory Toolkit - Identifying the challenges of memory loss and ways to cope.
February, 2006
Sharing Stories - Sharing your own personal story has benefits for both the story teller and also the reader.
January, 2006
As the New Year Begins - The start of the new year brings an opportunity to look back and also to look ahead.
2005
December, 2005
Three Questions for the Holiday Season - Here are three questions for you to ponder as the holidays approach.
November, 2005
The Mind-Body Connection - The mind-body connection is a way of using our inner resources to promote our own well-being.These techniques can help patients and caregivers reduce stress and enhance their quality of life.
October, 2005
Keeping Your Balance - In this month's TLC, we offer some suggestions to help you maintain your "emotional balance" in the midst of the stress and challenges of coping with a brain tumor diagnosis.
September, 2005
Back to School: Scholarships and Financial Aid Sites - Here we have listed a sampling of some of the scholarships available and we have also included a few general educational websites that will provide you with information regarding the financial aid process.
August, 2005
Guidelines for Exploring the Internet - Guidelines on how to gather information on the Internet and how to communicate online for support.
July, 2005
Camp Programs - A listing of camps specifically designed to give respite from the day to day concerns of living with a brain tumor.
June, 2005
ABTA Pen Pal Programs - Our Pen Pal Program offers a way for you to be connected with others for mutual support and help in coping. The connection is a one-on-one and can be a great additional source of support.
May, 2005
Appearance, Body Image, and Feeling Good About Yourself - How you feel about your appearance can affect your mood and outlook on life. Having a positive body image can overflow into many other areas of your life, contributing to an overall sense of well being and vitality.
April, 2005
Tackling Financial Issues - Here, we touch on a few sources of financial assistance that may be available to you. Remember your financial health is important, as is your physical health. Seek out resources; ask for help and focus on getting well.
March, 2005
Neuropsychology - A neuropsychological evaluation involves a variety of tests to assess one’s ability to remember, pay attention, use language, problem-solve and conceptualize.
February, 2005
Bibliography of Books and Resources - Our Bibliography is a listing of books and audio-visual resources that have been gathered over the years. We'd like to think there is something on the list for everyone, whether you are a patient, caregiver, medical professional or teacher.
January, 2005
Facing the New Year with New Eyes - As this new year begins, we offer a few suggestions to help you find new ways of viewing your landscape, whatever it might be.
2004
December, 2004
Wish Granting Organizations - Wishes provide families with a reprieve from the rigors of medical treatment often associated with a brain tumor diagnosis.
November, 2004
Three Questions for the Holiday Season - Here are three questions for you to ponder as the holidays approach.
October, 2004
Assistive Technology - For someone with a brain tumor, memory difficulties are compounded and information overload can add undue stress. In these situations, technology can be most helpful.
American Brain Tumor Association
2720 River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Phone: 847-827-9910
Fax: 847-827-9918
Toll-free Phone: 800-886-2282
E-mail: info@abta.org
2720 River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Phone: 847-827-9910
Fax: 847-827-9918
Toll-free Phone: 800-886-2282
E-mail: info@abta.org