Guidance Counseling
A cancer diagnoses almost always causes patients and those closest to them to
fell a range of emotions such as denial, fear, anger, loneliness and despair.
Such feelings can be upsetting and it is normal for people to try to avoid confronting
them. Although unpleasant thoughts and feelings can be difficult to face, sometimes
talking about them can be an effective way to lessen the stress they cause. The
Cancer Foundation for Personal Wellness offers guidance, counseling and support
to help patients and their family members cope with the emotional upheaval that
may occur during this period.
