Mindful exercise, quality of life, and cancer: A mindfulness-based exercise rehabilitation program for women with breast cancer

Anna M. Tacón

doi:10.1007/978-1-59745-534-3_22

Mindful exercise, quality of life, and cancer: A mindfulness-based exercise rehabilitation program for women with breast cancer

Anna M. Tacón

Kinesiology and Sport Management

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Abstract

After completing this chapter, you should have an understanding of the following: Increased use of mind-body therapies in cancer. Breast cancer patients' use of complementary therapies. The concept of mindfulness as well as the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. Quality of life (QOL) factors in cancer, especially cancer-related fatigue. The benefits of exercise as a complementary therapy in cancer.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Active Female
Subtitle of host publication	Health Issues Throughout The Lifespan
Publisher	Humana Press
Pages	261-269
Number of pages	9
ISBN (Print)	9781588297303
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-534-3_22
State	Published - 2008

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