Taking cancer on through

MENTAL HEALTH

Support for emotional and social well-being, and a step-by step guide towards a mentally stronger you

MENTAL HEALTH

Mental Health

If you have been diagnosed with cancer or care for someone who does then you may feel anxious, helpless or fearful. You may struggle to cope with what the diagnosis and treatment means long term for you and your loved ones. It’s OK to not be OK. Know that there is help out there for you – reach out! There are specialists in your wider oncology team who have been specifically trained to help you navigate your journey. We have pulled together expert information and a step-by-step guide to improve your resilience and quality of life.

Maintaining and improving your mental health during your cancer journey is key to tackling the many challenges you may face.

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What is mental health?

Mental health is a form of mental well-being that is intrinsically connected to the state of the mind. In essence, it is a mental state that relates to how we evaluate and value ourselves within the context of our life. A cancer diagnosis will challenge anyone’s mental health.