Dealing with the Psychological Impact of Cancer
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A diagnosis of cancer begins a long journey that can affect physical health, mental well-being, and relationships with loved ones. It severely impacts the physical state, financial state, and relationships of a person. However, the psychological impact is catered to by family members and friends but can be overlooked in the hubbub around the long treatment process.
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During this time, one of the best things patients can do to improve their quality of life is to learn more about their disease. The patients can be overwhelmed or even anxious. They face fear, panic, frustration, and helplessness due to pain, feeling sick, or looking different as a result of your treatment. Being updated about the treatment procedures can help them better cope with the feelings of uncertainty. Some doctors think that hope may help your body deal with cancer.
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People with cancer can lead active lives, even during treatment. They can plan their days as usual without limiting the things they like to do. Writing something that gives them hope to talk to others helps. Joining support circles has proved beneficial for cancer patients and families. It helps them deal better with the loss, while community support proves crucial for a better recovery module. Patients can spend time in nature and reflect on their religious or spiritual beliefs.
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Stress can keep your body from healing as well as it should. Patients can consult their physicians and therapists to make sure that stress isn't due to medicines or treatment. Seeking professional therapeutic help can help cancer patients and their caregivers in accepting the possible change in family roles. Cancer patients can go through routine psycho-oncology screening to assess their degree of distress throughout different stages of the disease. Thereby, focusing on the psycho-social aspects of patients and caregivers a psycho-oncologist can engage in pre-and post-operative counseling, provide support and grief counseling, and work on improving lifestyle.