Cancer Support Community - Social and Emotional Concerns

Social and Emotional Concerns

When diagnosed with cancer, a patient experiences a variety of emotional responses. What will happen to my relationships? How will my children cope? How will I manage?

As important as treating the cancer, similarly, it is necessary for a patient to manage his or her emotional health. The two are intertwined.

In this section, we will address topics such as distress and the emotional impact of cancer, dealing with stress, depression and anxiety, getting the support you need, relationships, intimacy and spirituality.

Below, you will also find important information on issues such as career, finances and employment and how treating cancer may impact them.

At The Cancer Support Community we strive to assist you in answering all questions great and small. We understand the complications and the changes in lifestyle that accompany a cancer diagnosis. Always feel free to contact us for further information.

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Help Us Help You!In order for the Cancer Support Community to provide the best possible information, educational programming and support, we would like to ask for some basic information. We want to be certain that we are meeting your needs and expectations.

Open to Options

Open to Options is a pilot project which seeks to demonstrate how community-centered education, outreach and support services can address both informational needs and enhance access to care among those living with blood cancers.

Research & Training Institute

The Cancer Support Community is creating a community of healthcare professionals and researchers focused on cancer survivorship. We are dedicated to establishing quality standards for the seamless delivery of psychosocial care through evidence-based programs for cancer patients, families, and caregivers through research and training programs

Coping with Cancer CostsFinancial worries can be a significant source of stress when you, or someone you care about, is being treated for cancer. The Cancer Support Community recently published “Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Coping With the Cost of Care”, a practical guide for navigating the complex challenges of managing to cost of cancer care.

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Social and Emotional Concerns

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Close Relationships

Counseling

Death and Dying

Developing A Follow-Up Plan

Employment and Legal Issues

Helping Children Cope

Humor

Managing Career and Financial Issues

Patient Active Approach To End-Of-Life Rights

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When Treatment Is Finished

Social and Emotional Concerns

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