Content Overview
- Summary
- Expect A Mix of Emotions
- Express Feelings: Find A Colorectal Cancer Buddy. Join A Support Group. Write. Do Art.
- Consider Previous Coping Mechanisms
- When To Seek Professional Help
- Give Yourself A Break
- Consider Getting A Pet
- Do Something Life Affirming
- Expect Anxiety Before Medical Appointments
- Decide How To Define Yourself
- If Your Colorectal Cancer Was Not Completely Eliminated
Colorectal Cancer: Post Treatment 0-6 Months: Emotional Well Being: Stages II,III,IV
If Your Colorectal Cancer Was Not Completely Eliminated
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Do not be surprised if you feel overwhelmed. This period can be particularly emotional – filled with obsessive worry, sleeplessness, and lack of concentration.
Experience indicates that this is a particularly good time to reach out to other people in a similar situation, preferably through a professionally guided support group. Also consider making contact with a cancer buddy in a similar situation.
If emotions interfere with life, reach out to a mental health professional with experience in helping people cope with a life changing health condition. (See “To Learn More”)
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