Mental Health Resources from Breastcancer.org
Surprised it’s only 1 in 4? You’re not alone.
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, it is common to experience many emotional highs and lows. For some people, the effects of trauma caused by breast cancer can linger for months to years after being diagnosed.
Here are some useful links from the pages of Breastcancer.org:
Taking Care of Your Mental Health After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Managing the Emotions of Metastatic Breast Cancer
Mental Health Care Options for People With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Our Friends Respond: About 80% Have PTSD Symptoms After Diagnosis
Podcast: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder After a Cancer Diagnosis
Podcast: Depression and Suicidal Thoughts After a Cancer Diagnosis
Thread: Managing the Emotions of a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Podcast: Mental Health Benefits of Pets
Podcast: How Therapy Can Help People Affected By Breast Cancer
And watch our Webinar on Mental Health and Breast Cancer: