This course explores the impact of cancer treatments on memory, thinking, and attention. The learning outcomes include understanding the effects of chemotherapy, inflammation, estrogen deficiency, radiation, and surgery on cognitive functions. Participants will learn about neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive rehabilitation, and individual differences in cognitive difficulties. The teaching method includes lectures on brain function, memory, and executive control, as well as discussions on MRI research and methods. This course is intended for cancer survivors, healthcare professionals, and individuals interested in the intersection of cancer treatments and cognitive health.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Overview
Executive Functions
Executive Function and Health
Attention
Learning and Memory
Processing Speed
Impact
Mechanisms
Chemotherapy
Inflammation
Estrogen Deficiency
Individual Differences
MRI Research
MRI Methods
Types of MRI Data
Studies of BC Survivors
Brain Function and Memory
Brain Function and Executive Control
Hippocampal Volume
Brain Network Organization
Changes Over Time
Recovery vs. Persistent Difficulty
Early vs. Late Decline
Effects of Radiation and Tamoxifen
Effects of Surgery?
Summary
New Research Study
How are cognitive difficulties identified?
Neuropsychological Evaluation
How to obtain NPE
Preparing for NPE
What's involved in an NPE
How are cognitive difficulties treated?
Medication
Cognitive Rehabilitation in BC
Taught by
Stanford Health Care
