About the Book
Changes in libido and sexuality from cancer treatments is one of the most common challenges people face, yet is one of the most under-addressed. Cancer treatments can impact all aspects of our lives, so why is no one talking about the more 'intimate' struggles we face? Why is sex and cancer such an ignored topic? If you've received a cancer diagnosis and are noticing drops in your libido / sex drive, this book offers practical support and solutions to recover and increase your libido / desire, sex, sexuality and intimacy during and after cancer treatments. Addressing topics such as; when and how intimacy and sex are possible, why libido drops, how to recover libido, changes in and recovering orgasm, changes in and recovering sensation and more.
This bite-sized book in the 'A Better Normal' mini-book series is core information from the sexuality and cancer guide 'A Better Normal; Your Guide to Rediscovering Intimacy After Cancer'. Small enough to read in one sitting, this book is a must-have for anyone impacted by cancer treatments who may need support, because we all deserve love and connection. Written by a sexuality occupational therapist, somatic sexologist and a sexuality educator, who also has had cancer, this book is filled with practical information and ways you can reconnect with yourself and/or a partner, from someone who's literally been there. With down to Earth humour mixed in with a dash of neuroscience, Tess offers a positive path to your body confidence recovery, to recover what you thought was lost.
If you're experiencing particular side-effects (drops vaginal dryness and pain, changes in erection, joint/body pain, fatigue etc), or need sexual supports that are treatment specific (radiotherapy, chemotherapy or hormone therapy), take a look at the other mini-books in the 'A Better Normal' series. If you're after all of the sexuality and cancer information you need in one place, see 'A Better Normal; Your Guide to Discovering Your Intimacy After Cancer'. The larger all-in-one sexuality resource that has all of the mini-book series content (and more).
About the Author :
Tess Devèze is an occupational therapist (OT) having completed their bachelor degree in Melbourne Australia, founding ConnectAble Therapies, a community sexuality OT and sexology clinic focussing on sexuality and intimacy for people with neurological conditions, cancer, chronic illness and disability. They have also completed certification and trainings via the Institute of Somatic Sexology. Alongside being a sexuality OT, Tess is also a sexuality educator and workshop facilitator, and has facilitated and educated thousands of people in the topics of communication, consent, sexuality, pleasure and relationship dynamics for nearing a decade. Tess founded the global online initiative 'Intimacy and Cancer', an online support space for people of all cancers and genders to access sexual support. As a non-binary, queer, disabled person living with cancer, Tess' work is inclusive and advocates for sexual rights for disabled, neurodiverse, gender queer/diverse and LGBTQIA+, communities, which they proudly belong to. Tess was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer at the age of 36 and is still undergoing treatments. Find them at www.connectabletherapies.com
Review :
"This book has been a life saver. I know my quality of life is better. Every cancer patient should be gifted this book" S. Cancer survivor.
Omg!!!! Your book changed my life and is saving my relationship! Thank you so much for making me feel like a woman again!!!!". P.M Cancer survivor.
"After treatment from cancer in my 30's with ongoing hormone blocking medication I was devastated things no longer worked as they should. I had a lot of hope pinned on this book and honestly it has been life changing. I feel a lot more like the pre cancer me again being able to do the things I use to enjoy as well as educate my partner and now he has a great understanding too. Thank You!" LRH, Survivor.
"It changed my life. It changed how my partner and I make love." Cancer survivor.
"Reading this is like spending time with the wisest, most caring of mentors, supporting you fully. I love this book". M.H. Survivor and carer.
" What I can say is....WOW....and THANK YOU. It's really quite simple - this book will make your, and those of your partners, better." A.T, Carer.
"There IS hope and don't forget it. Thank God Tess wrote this book. It's a total game changer! Run out and get it because if you're having trouble w the lack of intimacy this will help". S.A, survivor
"You have helped me better understand my body and what I can do to have a more normal sexual experience with my partner. Thank you!, survivor". L.P, survivor.
"Thank you Tess Devèze for this absolute "game changer". You gave me new perspective and hope. I found myself in every page... After reading the book I feel more confident and hopeful and strong and beautiful. You opened a door to a whole new world regarding self-love, self-acceptance, self-respect, intimacy and joy. There is "A Better Normal", after all. THANKS for showing it to me❤". M.K, cancer survivor.
"The author of this excellent guide, Tess Deveze, is eminently qualified to write such a book as this. Deveze has not been afraid to include their own experiences choosing a path few have the courage (or knowledge) to tread, and has done so with great passion, humour, and attention to detail. I would recommend this book highly to all those who suffer from cancer, all those who are close to them, and all clinicians working in this challenging field". S.W, Medical Doctor.
