OUR MISSION
Advancing the development & delivery of equitable & evidence-based psychosocial oncology care through research, practice, education, and advocacy.
OUR VISION
The vision of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society is a nation in which all people affected by cancer have access to quality psychosocial care to optimize wellbeing and biopsychosocial-spiritual outcomes.
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We foster the spirit of collaboration by creating an inclusive environment for the exchange of diverse views and expertise among our transdisciplinary members and community partners to advance the mission.
Our numbers demonstrate our commitment to collaborating with and providing the resources and research to all professions that play a part in improving the lives of people affected by cancer.
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The American Psychosocial Oncology Society advances equitable psychosocial oncology care through research and advocacy, envisioning universal access to quality services. APOS's core values of diversity, empowerment, collaboration, and integrity contribute to a worldwide community valuing excellence in psychosocial oncology.
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Who We Help
WE ADVOCATE FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, REPRESENTATION, AND INCLUSION in advancing the science and practice of psychosocial oncology care, recognizing the rights of all those affected by cancer to receive comprehensive person and family centered care.
WE EMPOWER A WORKFORCE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THOSE AFFECTED BY CANCER through the development and dissemination of evidence-based education and resources, mentorship, and the creation of pathways to leadership.
3x the impact: For each cancer case, at least 3 families feel it
Depression associated with increased mortality for come cancer types – 25% ↑ depressive symptoms; 39%↑ with diagnosed depression (7-13)
People with cancer are 2.4x more likely to suffer from major depressive disorder
People with cancer are 2x more likely to die by suicide.
Making a difference, one story at a time.
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Recent Updates
December Update
This Month:
- Reflections on The Winter Solstice
- Psychosocial interventions for rehabilitation
- Member Spotlight: Dianne Shumay, PhD
- And more!
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November Update
This Month:
- Statement from APOS
- Collaborating with Community Partners
- Managing Symptom Distress: Key Factors for Patients [...]
- And more!
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October Update
This Month:
- Collaborating with Community Partners
- No Link Between Most Cancers and Depression/Anxiety: Study
- Mental Health Wellness
- And more!
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September Update
This Month:
- Collaboration Across Disciplines and in the Community
- Clinical News
- Member Spotlight: Cheryl Krauter
- And more!
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