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Worry and sadness during cancer are normal
Feeling scared, angry or low is common for patients and families. Help is available.
What helps
- Talking to someone you trust
- Meeting others who have been through cancer
- Keeping some daily routine
Get help if
- You feel low most days for more than 2 weeks
- You cannot sleep or eat
- You have thoughts of harming yourself
Free help, any time
- Tele-MANAS: 14416 or 1-800-891-4416
- Ask your hospital about counselling
Sources
Information only, not medical advice. Always talk to your own doctor.