Neuropsychology and Oncology: an emerging dialogue

Authors

  • Izabel Hazin UFRN
  • Danielle Garcia
  • Ediana Rosselly de Oliveira Gomes
  • Bruna Balaban Garcia
  • Débora Sunaly Leite da Silva

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5380/psi.v18i3.47034

Keywords:

neuropsychology, oncology, development

Abstract

INCA data estimate that around 11.530 cases of neoplasias are diagnosed yearly among children and teenagers. On the other hand, the number of survivors of these diseases has been increasing, together with cognitive sequels related to the illness and its treatment. In this context, the present paper discusses the need of establishing a dialogue between neuropsychology and oncology. Two of the most common types of cancer occurring during childhood and adolescence are addressed: tumors of posterior fossa and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Data issued from two empirical studies developed in North-East Brazilian region public health services for pediatric cancer treatment will illustrate the discussion mentioned above.

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Published

2016-06-08

How to Cite

Hazin, I., Garcia, D., Gomes, E. R. de O., Garcia, B. B., & da Silva, D. S. L. (2016). Neuropsychology and Oncology: an emerging dialogue. Interação Em Psicologia, 18(3). https://doi.org/10.5380/psi.v18i3.47034

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 3 (2014)

Section

Theoretical or Historical Studies

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