Breast Cancer (Treatment)

Integrating Mental and Physical Care

Published in Women's Health Weekly, February 26th, 1996

The American Psychological Association (APA) and Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Massachusetts announced they are collaborating on a landmark study to assess the benefits of integrating psychological services into medical treatment plans for women diagnosed with breast cancer.

At a joint news conference held in Boston, Massachusetts, APA and Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Massachusetts officials said the study signaled a move beyond just treating the psychological effects of breast cancer to proactively fighting the disease with a balanced mind/body approach.

In addition to improved psychological well-being, the study is expected to reveal a correlation between...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (1996-02-26)

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