World Child Cancer shared on LinkedIn:
“Breaking bad news isn’t one conversation.
In Episode Five of You’re Not Alone, host Juliet Akuamoah Boateng is joined by Prof Jennifer Geel, Paediatric Oncologist and President of SIOP Africa, to discuss what breaking bad news really requires and keeping communication open as a child’s treatment unfolds.
Together, they discuss:
- How to communicate realistic hope when a cure may no longer be possible
- Why a family’s anger, grief or frustration shouldn’t be taken personally
- Understanding your own emotional responses before entering difficult conversations
- How to process the emotions that can stay with you long after a difficult conversation ends
Because sometimes good communication isn’t about finding the perfect words. It’s about knowing when to speak, when to listen and when to simply be there.
Don’t miss the full discussion, listen to Episode Five now:
This podcast is supported by Amgen (Sean Lybrand, Philip Anderson), whose commitment to the emotional wellbeing of paediatric oncology professionals makes this series possible.
We thank them for strengthening the wellbeing of healthcare professionals.”
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