Most Common Problems & Solutions for Brain Tumor Caregivers

Brain tumor patients have often said caregivers are the MVPs of the brain tumor journey. But caregivers need support and resources too. Watch this special breakout session from the American Brain Tumor Association's 2020 Patient & Family Meetings for Caregivers to learn how families and loved ones can cope, stay positive and minimize burnout on the journey.
This sessions is presented by:
Andrea B Dombrowski, LCSW, ACHP-SW, License Clinical Social Worker, Senior Clinical Social Worker, at the Moffitt Cancer Center, and
Ralene D. Simpkins, BSN, RN, PMH-BC, Registered Nurse Patient Navigator at the Moffitt Cancer Center.
-- Video Contents --
0:00 Introduction
0:01 About this Breakout Session for Caregivers
2:20 Effects of Caregiving
3:28 Definition of Caregiver
4:25 Role of Caregivers
6:05 Common Emotions
8:48 Mixed Emotions
13:26 Caregiver Burnout
14:53 Coping Strategies
18:08 Self-Care Strategies
21:43 Caregiver Resources Continued
24:17 Medical Resources
The ABTA Patient & Family Meetings are free educational events, designed for brain tumor patients, caregivers and their loved ones to learn, gain support and build a community. For upcoming Patient & Family Meetings, visit bit.ly/ABTAPat....
For more information about brain tumors, resources and/or support, call the ABTA CareLine at 800-882-2282, email [e-mail] or visit www.abta.org/.