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Body Image Anne Katz PhD, RN LBBC 2013

Body Image Anne Katz PhD, RN LBBC 2013. After breast cancer…. Body image changes Altered sensations Weight gain. Body Image. Whose body is this anyway? Finding your comfort level Involve your mind. Body Image. Whose body is this anyway? Role of the media Well meaning friends and family

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Body Image Anne Katz PhD, RN LBBC 2013

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  1. Body ImageAnne Katz PhD, RNLBBC 2013

  2. After breast cancer… • Body image changes • Altered sensations • Weight gain

  3. Body Image • Whose body is this anyway? • Finding your comfort level • Involve your mind

  4. Body Image • Whose body is this anyway? • Role of the media • Well meaning friends and family • Fantastical memory

  5. Role of the media

  6. Family and friends • “You look___________” BUT…. I feel ________________

  7. Fantastical memory

  8. Finding your comfort level – Option A

  9. Finding your comfort level – Option B

  10. Finding your comfort level- Option C

  11. Mindfulness

  12. What mindfulness can do • Reduce anxiety, depression and anger • Reduce fatigue and confusion • Increase vigor • Decreased signs of stress (muscle tension, overeating, too much alcohol, stomach and bowel problems)

  13. Altered Sensations • Communication!!!!! • Healing and time • ? Medication • Mindfulness…

  14. Weight gain

  15. But what can your body DO?????

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