Welcome!
The Psycho-Oncology Centre is a research unit specializing in the study of the psychosocial aspects associated with paediatric diseases, and with cancer in particular. Created in 2012, the laboratory is located at CHU Sainte-Justine and is affiliated with the Université de Montréal (Quebec, Canada). The laboratory is directed by Serge Sultan and comprises researchers, clinician-researchers, Ph.D. students, and trainees.
Vision
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Accompany all individuals facing the challenges posed by the illness and its treatments to promote long-term rehabilitation.
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Understand caregiver-patient relationships and the caregivers' personal experiences to create a strong and supportive environment so as to better meet the needs of the sick child.
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Partake in the children's growth and the harmony within their families.
Mission
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Better understand the vulnerability and resilience factors in individuals and families facing chronic paediatric illness.
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Develop interventions to improve the quality of life of all those who are in contact with the disease: children, families, caregivers.
News
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Discover what's new in the laboratory!
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Read a few general public summaries of our latest studies.
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