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Professor Suzanne Chambers AO is one of the world's foremost experts in the psychology of cancer. With a distinguished 25-year career in health psychology, her expertise has been deepened by professional leadership roles in cancer control, research, and higher education, where her work has been praised for its impact on patient recoveries. She is a registered psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society's College of Health Psychology. Suzanne was appointed an Officer in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AO) in 2018 for distinguished service to medical research particularly in the area of psycho-oncology and community health through patient care strategies to assist men with prostate cancer.
I thoroughly endorse Facing the Tiger as being essential reading for any man who has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his partner, and his medical personnel. The psychosocial effects from the management of this disease has long represented one of the seriously unmet needs. - Peter Dornan AM, Physiotherapist, writer, sculptor, 2020 Senior Australian of the Year for Queensland - citation 'Men's Health Advocate'.; Being diagnosed with prostate cancer begins a journey no man -- or his partner -- wishes to take. But if fate finds you on it, Professor Suzanne Chambers' book will guide you. In clear and approachable prose and with real-world stories, Facing the Tiger not only points out the twists and turns, it also gives you practical advice on how to become a stronger, more confident man, a more supportive and effective partner. I highly recommend it. - Mark Lazenby, PhD, Fellow of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society and of the American Academy of Nursing; Professor of Nursing and Philosophy, University of Connecticut, USA.; This book raises psychosocial help to a new level for all prostate cancer patients. Inclusion and empathy form the spine of this helpful guidebook for emotional support. Facing the Tiger is required reading for all men with prostate cancer. - Darryl Mitteldorf, LCSW, Director, Malecare Cancer Support, New York, NY; In Facing the Tiger Suzanne Chambers brings her expertise as a psychologist who has helped people deal with cancer together with the experience of men, their partners and families who have had to deal with a prostate cancer diagnosis. In doing so I believe that Suzanne has provided a resource in which many men and their families will find comfort and reassurance that others have managed to deal with the challenges presented by a diagnosis of prostate cancer. - Prof. Alan McNeill, Consultant Urological Surgeon (Western General Hospital Edinburgh), Hon. Professor in the School of Engineering and physical Sciences Heriot Watt University, Trustee of Prostate Scotland; This wonderful book is written by one of the world leaders in prostate cancer psychology research. Facing the Tiger mixes evidence-based research with practical techniques to cope with the psychological diagnosis of prostate cancer. It also eloquently outlines the potential physical impact of prostate cancer progression or treatment side effects and provides important practical advice on management strategies. I strongly recommend this book for all men and partners faced with the diagnosis of prostate cancer. - Associate Professor John Yaxley, Wesley Urology Clinic, University of Queensland Department of Medicine, Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital, Brisbane Australia; Suzanne Chambers has been a long-time world leader in psychosocial prostate cancer. Facing the Tiger is an exceptional offering that will significantly advance the knowledge of men (and their partners) who encounter prostate cancer. Threaded through patient and partner experiences are practical strategies for recognizing and dealing effectively with the challenges that inevitably come with prostate cancer. Informed by world leading research this book is a must have easy- to-read resource that will inform and empower all who are exposed to prostate cancer. - John Oliffe, PhD, Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Men's Health Promotion, University of British Columbia; Suzanne brings with her many diverse voices of men living with prostate cancer and their loved ones, to share their stories. Facing the Tiger is not a medical textbook about cancer, this is a book about people affected by cancer who have so much more to share than just their cancer diagnosis. The suggestions have broad applicability: how to grapple with difficult decisions, clarify your priorities, connect, and belong. As the book points out, they are what people with cancer have been asking for and doing themselves . Now, with Suzanne's expert help, the journey is clear! - Professor Bogda Koczwara AM, Medical Oncologist and Cancer Survivorship Researcher, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia; Facing the Tiger addresses prostate cancer from the patient's perspective. It provides critical information empowering men to make personal choices based on their individual perspectives and priorities, enabling them to choose their best path moving forward. The combination of evidence-based guidance with diverse personal stories makes for easy reading, with practical tips to empower patients to rationally choose a treatment option. This is a highly recommended resource for men with prostate cancer and those close to them. - David Nicol, Chief of Surgery, Consultant Urological Surgeon, The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, Professor of Surgical Oncology, Institute of Cancer Research, UK
