Psychosocial
Cannabis May Help Chemo Nausea, Not a Substitute for Cancer Treatment
As up to 42% of patients with cancer may be using cannabis, one expert spoke to CURE® to separate cannabis myths from reality.
How to Face Fear of Recurrence During Cancer Survivorship
Many cancer survivors experience fear of recurrence, even years into survivorship, so here are ways to help manage and face this fear.
Cancer’s Quicksand of the Past
While I have a good prognosis, I still sometimes find myself in cancer’s quicksand of the past, pulling me out of current moments of joy.
Cancer Is Like a Garden
Undergoing cancer treatment is like pulling weeds — we hope we got the last of it and it does not return, but we can never be sure.
Music Therapy Helps Children With Cancer, Eases Caregiver Burden
Musical play engages children with cancer, which relieves stress for them and their parents/caregivers, an expert said.
Caregivers of AYA Patients Need to Ensure ‘Your Cup is Full’
As part of its Speaking Out video series, CURE® spoke with Lillian Dugan of the Dear Jack Foundation about the needs of caregivers for adolescent and young adult patients with cancer.
AYA Patients Face Fertility, Cognitive Concerns Over Time
As part of its Speaking Out video series, CURE® spoke with Lillian Dugan of the Dear Jack Foundation about the issues faced by adolescent and young adult patients with cancer as they age into adult care.
How Cancer Can Shape Young Patients’ Sense of Identity
As part of its Speaking Out video series, CURE® spoke with Lillian Dugan of the Dear Jack Foundation about how a cancer diagnosis ‘adds a new identity’ for adolescent and young adult patients.
How Mindfulness Can Alleviate The Stress of Cancer
As part of its Speaking Out video series, CURE® spoke with Lillian Dugan of the Dear Jack Foundation about the power of mindfulness practices such as yoga and meditation.
Research Shifting to Younger Patients with Cancer
As part of its Speaking Out video series, CURE® spoke with Lillian Dugan of the Dear Jack Foundation about the current landscape of research for adolescent and young adult patients with cancer.