Psychosocial
Support Groups Address Loneliness of a Cancer Diagnosis for Patients, Caregivers
Many cancer centers and nonprofit organizations offer resources for patients with cancer and their caregivers to see the support they need to navigate diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.
When the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Becomes Detrimental to Health
For the past nine years, I’ve struggled with waves of overwhelming fear of cancer recurrence. I knew I had an issue, but until recently, wasn’t aware of how much fear was affecting my life.
Open Mic Showcase Debut Puts Cancer Survivors, Patients in the Spotlight
From music to poetry and dynamic storytelling, the first installment of CURE®’s Open Mic Showcase highlights the talents of patients and survivors of cancer.
Maybe Not Fearless, But Less Fearful After Cancer
After being no evidence of disease for about a year and a half, I am now fearing that I’m not fearing enough.
Applying the 12 Steps of AA to My Cancer Journey
Looking back on my experiences with leukemia and with alcoholism, I realized that the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous can be applied to life with cancer.
Mother’s Day With Cancer: Not Just Another Day
After going through cancer, Mother’s Day feels a bit different.
Depression Can Impact Breast Cancer Treatment and Survival
Depression reduces the likelihood of receiving recommend treatment, which can affect survival, according to a Kentucky-based study of patients with breast cancer.
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Here’s How 4 Survivors Cope With Cancer’s Emotional Toll
In honor of mental health awareness month, we’re highlighting four blogs from cancer survivors about their emotional struggles and the methods they use to cope.
Social Supports Help Women With Head and Neck Cancer Face Disease, Treatments
A small survey of women with head and neck cancer found that while many experience physical and emotional distress, social supports can help.
Gifts and Grief From Cancer
I was told that I have survivors' guilt after seeing a friend while she was actively dying from cancer, but I actually see that day as a gift.