Mental health support in the wake of a cancer diagnosis often doesn’t extend to spouses.

by Karon Warren

Judy Pearson was surprised by the demands of cancer survivorship. Here, she offers tips on how to look at life after cancer.

by Judy Pearson

To gain control over fear of my breast cancer recurring, I called on lessons learned as a 5-year-old confronting the neighborhood bully.

by Joan Harris

Responding to the coronavirus, patient advocates and nonprofits expand existing outreach initiatives and launch new ones.

by Marci A. Landsmann

Cognitive behavioral therapy may help cancer survivors cope with fear of recurrence, some studies say.

by Jon Kelvey

My most meaningful moments at my first cancer research conference came from embracing my experience as a patient—not as a researcher.

by Jamie Aten

Nearly six years after being diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer, disaster psychologist Jamie Aten is still learning new ways of coping with the trauma stemming from his diagnosis and treatment.

by Jamie Aten

Clinical health psychologist Jamie Ostroff discusses how feelings of blame surrounding a lung cancer diagnosis affect physical and mental health.

by Jen Tota McGivney

High-intensity cancer caregiving is associated with poor mental health, especially for caregivers who don't feel they're getting the support services they need.

by Jen Tota McGivney

Patients with head and neck cancer often face physical, social and emotional issues that can add to existing mental health problems or give rise to new ones.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock