Body Image and Sexuality in Palliative Care

Body image and sexuality are important to our understanding of who we are, illness and treatment can have psychological impact on self-image and this session explores some of the issues around this.

This Study Day is aimed at:

Healthcare professionals who are caring for palliative patients in any setting.

In this study day learners will:

• Discuss the meaning and understanding of sexuality

• Explore the barriers which affect the health care professionals assessment of issues relating to body image and sexuality

• Discuss patients and families perceptions of body image and consider the effect of illness and treatment on the patient and family

•  Consider what can you do to support patients to maintain an intimate relationship

Price: £90.00

Fully funded places are available for CPFT staff.  You will be asked for proof of eligibility so please only register for a free place if you are eligible.  Limited fully funded places for medical students.

To Register: visit the website https://www.arhc.org.uk/pro-education.asp

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Contact the Education Team on 01223 675801 or education@arhc.org.uk 

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