Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast Cancer: Depression, Anxiety, And Hypoactive Delirium - A Dive Into Psycho-Oncology with Mona Mojtahedzadeh, M.D.
Mar 5, 2020
Mona Mojtahedzadeh, M.D., a psycho-oncologist at City of Hope, alongside her husband and oncologist Salman Otoukesh, and fourth-year medical student Shawna Chan delve deep into the mental health challenges faced by cancer patients. They discuss the emotional complexities following treatments like stem cell transplants, the significance of collaborative care, and the effects of medications on mental well-being. This enlightening conversation also highlights holistic approaches, including therapy and exercise, to manage anxiety and improve quality of life during cancer journeys.
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Diagnosing Depression in Cancer Patients
- Consider inclusive, exclusive, or substitutive approaches when diagnosing depression in cancer patients.
- Each approach has pros and cons, requiring individualized assessment.
Distress and Adjustment Disorder in Cancer Patients
- Distress is a common, often healthy response to a cancer diagnosis.
- Adjustment disorder is frequent, but psychotherapy, not medication, is the first-line treatment.
Hypoactive Delirium vs. Depression
- Hypoactive delirium mimics depression but involves cognitive impairment.
- Look for poor concentration, sedation, and fluctuating cooperation to differentiate.