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  • Coping With Trauma

    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

  • What Not to Say to a Cancer Patient

    When visiting a friend or family member who is sick, it's good to leave platitudes at the door.

    by Michael Gavaghen

  • The Education of a Patient Advocate

    Bob Riter explains how his breast cancer diagnosis set him on a path to find his calling.

    by Bob Riter

  • Learning to Share

    At first, I wanted to hide my cancer diagnosis. My son showed me what a mistake that was.

    by Lenn Robbins

  • Being Candid About Cancer

    As a father with an aggressive brain cancer, I've opted against elaborate metaphors and in favor of candid speech when talking about cancer with my children.

    by Adam Hayden