Neuropsychological assessment, intervention, and best practices for women with non-Central nervous system cancer: A scoping review of current standards

Conclusions: Women are subject to unique treatment-related outcomes due to the impact of hormonal alterations, differences in metabolization of certain chemotherapies, and psychosocial risk factors. Despite the known impact of cancer intervention, chronic illness, and cancer-related sequelae on cognitive outcomes, the current literature does not parsimoniously outline best practices for neuropsychologists to promote the health of women experiencing cancer. The current paper (1) provides an overview of the cognitive implications of cancer treatment with an intentional focus on cancers that are more prevalent in women versus men, (2) addresses the characteristics of this impact for women undergoing cancer intervention(s), and (3) provides possible intervention and treatment strategies for mental health providers and neuropsychologists.PMID:38641949 | DOI:10.1080/13854046.2024.2343147
Source: The Clinical Neuropsychologist - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Source Type: research