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Article: New Program Helps Breast Cancer Survivors SUCCEED.
- Article from:
- Psychology & Psychiatry Journal
- Article date:
- November 14, 2009
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Breast cancer. A diagnosis of those two words elicits an array of emotions ranging from fear and anger, to confusion and uncertainty. To cope, women often look to family, friends and survivors for support, forming a network of people to help guide them through their diagnosis and treatment. As treatment begins, the plan seems clear. Separate stages of therapy are compartmentalized, helping the patient understand each step, and all work towards one common goal - getting rid of the cancer. Unfortunately, the process post-treatment is not as clear. While relieved to be cancer-free, survivors are no longer coached by an army of medical professionals and often find themselves ...