Emotional Issues

Test Anxiety
Are you going nuts waiting for the results of a cancer test? This article contains strategies for getting through the difficult days surrounding biopsies and other tests.

Taking the Guilt Out of Cervical Cancer
Too many women have shame over HPV and cervical dysplasia or cancer. Take these steps to restore your body image and positive view of yourself.

A Guide to Coping with Gynecological Cancer
This reprint of a booklet from the Gynecological Cancer and Endometriosis Network addresses topics such as "Work and Money", "Body Image", and "Relating to Medical Professionals". Although it is relatively brief, it contains many good practical suggestions.

Coping with Cancer
This section from the American Cancer Society has a lot of good articles about coping with emotional and other issues.

FAQ's from Eyes on the Prize
This FAQ page contains sections on several emotional issues, including coping with diagnosis, infertility, and sexual issues. Great resource.

Living With Cancer
From the Women's Cancer Information Center - Some of the emotional responses to a cancer diagnosis, and some suggestions for coping.

When the Diagnosis is Cancer
Some possible reactions to cancer diagnosis. Although "Phase Theories" tend not to be borne out by research (most of the time we don't tend to be nearly so orderly about emotional issues!), it's true that these reactions are common and very well described in this article.

Oncology.com - Articles about Coping
Articles on dealing with depression and fear, and getting support.

10 Tips for Inspiring Survival
Great inspirational article from a series on the Ovarian-news.org site by Jim Acee.

FAQ About the Psychological Side of Cancer
From the Web site of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, a Q&A about some of the psychological aspects of cancer.

Breaking the Cycle of Fear and Worry
Tips on how to give your mind a break from the endless worry cycle!!

"The Cancer Is Gone- Why Do I Feel So Uneasy?"
Surprising emotions can accompany the end of cancer treatment!

Life After Cancer Can Be Tough for Women
From the American Cancer Society Web site, an article about what women can face after cancer.

 

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