Psychosocial

A cancer survivor and former military service member writes how he used to be short with people, demanded things be done his way and often made others feel little — that is until his cancer diagnosis. Here, he shares how his experience with cancer taught him to be kinder to others.

On social media, CURE® recently asked its readers to share where they first turned to for information after they received their cancer diagnosis. Here’s what some of them said.

A person living with metastatic breast cancer shares a poem regarding how her life changed in an instant, and how she continues to push forward even though her disease is extensive.

A cancer survivor recalls an experience from early on during the COVID-19 pandemic and reiterates how more than a year later, she thinks about those little things.

A person with metastatic breast cancer writes about how she just wants to be “normal” again and for people to stop pitying her.

A cancer survivor writes about all the little things she has missed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Those little things — such as going to a diner and connecting with friends — are now appreciated more than we ever would have imagined, she writes.

Progress on palliative care education and adoption in cancer centers has been slow, but an expert from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center says studies show that it can improve cancer outcomes.

A prostate cancer survivor recalls a time when the cancer center’s staff helped him realize that its OK to have fun while receiving cancer treatment.

A cancer survivor yearns for the “touch starvation” brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic to be over. She writes about how just one hug can make a huge difference for people.

On social media, CURE® recently asked its readers to share what they want to hear from family and friends and what they don’t want to hear.

On social media, CURE® recently asked its readers to share their favorite motivational or inspirational quotes. Here's what they had to share.

There are certain patient characteristics that are associated with fear of recurrence. However, there are simple steps that survivors can take to cope.

A cancer survivor offers some statistics about the longevity of cancer survivors.

A caregiver recalls how an unexpected side effect of her daughter’s breast cancer treatment has caused her to experience feelings of helpless anger.

A penile cancer survivor recalls how he can become irrational and lash out at his loved ones during the days leading up to his next scans. His wish: To be normal again.

A cancer survivor, who is in her 14th year of remission, recalls how image visualization complemented her cancer treatment and suggests the practice may help others.

Here are 4 tips from a fellow cancer survivor on how to push through the dark COVID-19 winter ahead.

COVID-19 has robbed us of the physical ways we remember important milestones on the cancer journey and the physical ways we need to mourn.

The digital program, which provides patients with cancer access to cognitive behavioral therapy and relaxation therapy, has been accessed by approximately 12,000 people across the United States since it launched in 2020.

A survivor discusses the challenges of finding connections during COVID-19.

On social media, CURE® recently asked its readers to share if they have participated in support groups, and, if so, how they benefitted from the experience.

A caregiver discusses the challenges of always waiting to hear "the cancer is back."

Life is fleeting, and cancer survivors and caregivers understand that perhaps better than most.

A cancer survivor describes the dark days we are facing right now and expresses a ray of hope for all.

Cancer impacts the entire family, and spouses acting as caregivers are experiencing depression and anxiety, without seeking help.

On social media, in honor of the holiday season, CURE® recently asked its readers to share some of the best gifts they either given or received during their cancer treatment.

A recent visit to the doctor helped to put into perspective the concerns I have for the new year and COVID-19, especially for those struggling with breast cancer and its ramifications.

Holding onto the anger that a cancer diagnosis provides can be a ruinous exercise, here's how one cancer fighter tries not to look back at his cancer with anger.