The LaCaixa Foundation's training on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) strengthens the commitment of because Live with comprehensive care in pediatric palliative care.
Madrid, February 03, 2025.- Successful attendance at the training organized last week by La Caixa Foundation envelope Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) . The training, aimed at professionals in the Comprehensive care program for people with advanced diseases It was a success both in terms of attendance and impact on professionals in the sector.
The training, focused on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , was given by the Dr. Marisa Páez Blarrina ,PhD in Psychology and Psycho-oncologist, who shared her knowledge and experience in this key therapeutic approach for psychological care in the context of Pediatric Palliative Care .
The Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is essential for the emotional accompaniment of families who face the pain and anguish derived from the presence of advanced diseases in children and adolescents. This training took place in two sessions: one online the Thursday, January 30 and another Face in CaixaForum the Friday, January 31 .
Key findings from ACT training for pediatric palliative care
Acceptance as an emotional tool
The ACT It helps families to accept the emotional suffering that accompanies advanced illness, improving their psychological and emotional well-being during the grieving process.
Focus on personal values
The training showed how this therapeutic approach helps family members identify their core values, allowing them to find meaning and purpose in the midst of adversity, essential during the most difficult times.
Reduction of psychological suffering
It was highlighted how the ACT It is effective in reducing psychological distress in pediatric patients and their families, providing them with tools to better manage intense emotions such as sadness, fear, and anxiety.
Importance of continuing education for health professionals
The attending professionals highlighted the importance of staying trained and prepared to emotionally accompany families in end-of-life situations, improving the quality of care provided.
Collaborative work in pediatric palliative care
Collaboration between different professionals is key to offering comprehensive care in the field of palliative care, ensuring that the emotional, physical and psychological needs of patients and their families are met.
Acknowledgements and commitment of Foundation because Live
Since Foundation because Live , we would like to thank La Caixa Foundation for its organization and facilities for carrying out this training, a key space to improve the care of children in palliative care and their families. The participation of Cristina Chis Conea , member of the EAPS team of La Caixa Foundation, at because Live has been instrumental in integrating this therapeutic approach into our psychological care.
In addition, we highlight the important work of the Teaching and Training Support Group of La Caixa Foundation, whose planning and execution of the training have been essential to strengthen the skills of the professionals who accompany families in the context of paediatric palliative care.
In Foundation because Live , we remain committed to the continuous training of our team to offer the best possible care to families with pediatric palliative needs, especially in the most difficult times. We are convinced that this type of training not only enriches the work of our professionals, but also contributes to improving the lives of children in palliative care and the well-being of their loved ones.
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