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Coping With Cancer

Discover healthy ways to cope with the emotional, social, mental, and physical impacts of a cancer diagnosis.

Restore a sense of balance as you navigate the ups and downs of cancer. Choose an area of concern below to uncover coping strategies and support as a patient, survivor, or caregiver.

Emotions

  • Loneliness and isolation
  • Fear and nervousness
  • Changes in appearance

Mental Health

  • Depression and anxiety
  • Thoughts of suicide
  • Mental health support

Life Changes

  • Work, home, and school
  • Relationship stress
  • Worries about the future

Physical Health

  • Exercise and fatigue
  • Eating and nutrition
  • Tobacco or substance use

Caregiver Stress

  • A loved one's mood changes
  • Feelings of guilt
  • Spirituality and faith

Caregiving Demands

  • Coordinating medical care
  • Helping with physical care
  • Providing transportation
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Coping With Grief & Loss

There is no “right” way to grieve. Find support resources and tips to help you grieve at your own pace when facing loss and bereavement.

Follow Your Own Pace With These Tips

Get Cancer Care Tips & Education

View a collection of our most popular cancer education resources for patients, survivors, and caregivers. Choose what speaks to you now, based on where you are in your cancer experience.

Navigate Your Current Cancer Needs

Become familiar with available cancer treatments and find tools and resources to help you make treatment decisions.

Understand Your Options

The more you know about common treatment-related side effects, the easier it will be to talk with your healthcare team as you consider the best treatment for you.

Review Common Side Effects

Many people worry about cancer costs and are not sure where to turn. Here's a starting place to learn how to talk about the financial side of cancer and where to go for help.

Get Tips To Manage Cancer Costs

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[Attending] cancer support groups helped me understand that recovery looks different for everyone and you are never alone in your fight. There is a community of people who are with you. And there is purpose in the midst of pain, and a light at the end of the tunnel.

Joe Prostate cancer survivor
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Find Additional Support

Explore resources from other organizations that can help you or your loved one with cancer concerns, from financial assistance to transportation and more.

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